Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) You’ll Love
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. These delightful tacos feature seasoned ground beef nestled in crispy shells, topped with melty cheese and fresh veggies. Perfect for game days, family dinners, or casual gatherings, they’re easy to prepare and even more enjoyable to share. Customize them with your favorite toppings to satisfy everyone’s cravings. Get ready to impress your guests with this scrumptious twist on a classic!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 tacos 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
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
- ½ cup tomato sauce or salsa
- 10 small taco shells (flour or corn)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef; cook until browned. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top with cheese. Arrange in the baking dish.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
- Top with fresh ingredients like lettuce and tomatoes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg