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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos: A Flavor-Packed Family Favorite

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a delicious family favorite that brings together crispy shells and gooey cheese for the perfect dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can use vegetable oil as a replacement.
  • 1 small Onion, diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade blend can be used.
  • 0.5 cup Tomato Sauce/Salsa
  • Salt and Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Tacos
  • 10 small Taco Shells Flour or corn; warm before use.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese, shredded Try Mexican cheese blend or pepper jack for added spice.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Tomatoes, diced
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion, diced
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
  • Optional Toppings Sour cream, jalapeños, guacamole, or hot sauce.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish by lightly greasing it.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  5. Stand the filled taco shells upright in the baking dish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and shells are crispy.
  7. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and top with fresh ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are customizable and easy to make, perfect for a family meal.

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