Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these oven-baked cheesy tacos, perfectly balanced with gooey cheese and crispy tortillas. This recipe is quick to prepare, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings. Customize the filling to suit your preferences, and enjoy delicious leftovers that maintain their crunch. Let’s get started on this flavorful journey!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 taco shells (corn or flour)
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (for topping)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in taco seasoning and water; let simmer until thickened.
- Arrange taco shells upright in a baking dish, using crumpled aluminum foil for support if needed.
- Spoon the meat mixture evenly into each taco shell.
- Top each filled shell with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg