Description
Irresistibly cheesy tacos baked to perfection with a crispy shell and a savory filling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade mix)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or salsa
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 10 small taco shells (corn or flour)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or line with foil.
- In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1/2 cup tomato sauce (or salsa). Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Arrange taco shells standing side by side in the baking dish and fill each with the meat mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar over the filled shells.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are crisped. Monitor closely to avoid over-browning.
- Remove and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Add any desired toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Experiment with protein and cheese options to suit your taste. For lighter options, consider using lean meat and reduced cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 tacos
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 80mg