Oven Tacos
A fun and delicious dinner idea with crispy taco shells filled with seasoned ground beef and melty cheese, topped with fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 pieces Hard taco shells Soft tortillas can also be used.
- 1 pound Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 packet Taco seasoning Homemade option available with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika.
- 2 cups Shredded cheese Mix different types for flavor.
- 1 cup Refried beans Optional, warm before spreading.
- 1 cup Lettuce For garnish.
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes For garnish.
- 1 cup Sour cream For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook according to package instructions.
- If using, spread refried beans at the bottom of each taco shell.
- Fill each taco shell with the seasoned beef and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
- Arrange the filled taco shells upright in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with lettuce and diced tomatoes.
- Serve immediately with sour cream on the side.
Notes
Consider a taco bar setup for customization. Use colorful plates for presentation. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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