Description
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, perfect for any occasion. These tacos are filled with seasoned ground beef, topped with gooey melted cheese, and baked to crispy perfection. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that’s not only satisfying but also customizable with your favorite fresh toppings. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends and family, these cheesy tacos will impress everyone at the table. Get ready to enjoy a crunchy, flavorful dish that is sure to have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ⅔ cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 8 hard taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange taco shells upright in a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and taco seasoning; stir for 1 minute. Pour in tomato sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spoon the beef mixture evenly into each taco shell and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and add desired toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added spice, include jalapeño slices or spicy salsa. Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors. Leftover filling can be stored separately in an airtight container.