Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos for a Quick Delicious Dinner

These Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are quick, customizable, and irresistible, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Taco Filling

1 tablespoon Olive Oil can be substituted with any neutral oil
1 medium Onion any type of onion
2 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is preferred
1 pound Ground Beef alternative options include ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based choices
2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning store-bought or homemade
1 cup Tomato Sauce can substitute with diced tomatoes

For the Taco Shells and Toppings

12 pieces Taco Shells opt for gluten-free if needed
2 cups Shredded Cheese try cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a cheese blend
1 cup Fresh Toppings lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro

Equipment

skillet
baking dish
oven

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all ingredients.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft.
Add ground beef, taco seasoning, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Warm taco shells in the oven for 3-5 minutes.
Fill each taco shell with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese.
Place filled shells in a greased baking dish and bake for 10-15 minutes.
Garnish with fresh toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These tacos are perfect for make-ahead meals and can be customized based on your preferred ingredients.

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