Description
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) are a delightful and easy-to-make twist on the classic taco. These flavorful tacos are filled with seasoned ground beef or turkey, layered with gooey cheese, and baked until perfectly crispy. With just 15 minutes of prep time, they are an ideal choice for busy weeknights, game days, or any festive gathering. Serve them with a variety of fresh toppings for a fun and interactive meal that your family will love. Customize each taco to suit personal tastes and enjoy the burst of flavor in every bite!
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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil, then sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef or turkey, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Fill each taco shell with the meat mixture and sprinkle cheese on top. Arrange them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are crispy.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and any other desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (180g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with black beans or lentils mixed with spices. To enhance flavor, consider adding fresh herbs or spices to the meat mixture.