Delicious Oven Baked Tacos
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these oven baked tacos! Bursting with savory seasoned meat, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, this dish is perfect for a cozy night in or a lively gathering. With easy preparation and a quick clean-up, you’ll have more time to enjoy with friends and family. Prepare to delight your taste buds and create unforgettable memories around the dinner table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 12 hard taco shells
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup fresh veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños)
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and ¼ cup of water; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Place taco shells upright in a baking dish and fill each with seasoned meat. Top generously with cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and shells are golden.
- Let cool slightly before adding fresh vegetables and sour cream on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg