Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos offer a delicious twist on traditional tacos, combining seasoned meat and ooey-gooey cheese nestled in crispy taco shells. Ideal for Taco Tuesday or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make dish promises a flavorful fiesta that will delight family and friends alike. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, these tacos are the star of any dinner table. Savor each cheesy bite and enjoy the fun of assembling your own!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (2 tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 12 crunchy corn taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- Stand taco shells upright in the baking dish. Fill each shell with the seasoned meat mixture and top generously with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven; garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (140g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg