Baked Tacos

User Reviews

5.0

6 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    12

  • Calories

    178 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Baked Tacos

Baked tacos are a delicious twist on traditional beef tacos, with a crispy shell and a filling packed with seasoned ground beef and melty cheese. Baking the tacos in the oven adds an extra layer of flavor and texture that will have your taste buds singing.

I Made This!

Be the first!

Save this

Be the first!

Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 12 hard taco shells
  • 8 ounces shredded Mexican cheese divided

Instructions

  1. Place the ground beef in a skillet on the stove top. Cook on medium heat, and break up the beef into bite-size pieces. Once the beef is cooked (about 5 minutes), sprinkle the taco seasoning on top of the beef. Add the water to the skillet and mix well. Simmer on low for 5 minutes.
  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. Place taco shells in a large baking dish. Add in 1-2 tablespoons of ground beef to each shell then sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the tacos. Bake the tacos for 8-10 minutes until shells are golden in color and cheese is melted.
  4. Carefully, remove from the oven, serve immediately, and top with your favorite toppings like shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole!

Notes

  • Soggy - To prevent your baked tacos from getting soggy, try placing a layer of cheese on the bottom of the shell before adding the filling. The cheese will melt and create a barrier between the filling and the shell, keeping it crispy.
  • Soft Taco Shells - If you're using soft taco shells for baked tacos, try lightly brushing them with oil before filling them. This will help them crisp up in the oven.
  • Fillings - Experiment with different fillings! Baked tacos are a great way to use up leftover ingredients in your fridge. Try filling them with leftover chicken, steak, or veggies.
  • Overfill - Don't overfill your tacos! The filling will expand in the oven, so be sure to leave a little room at the top of the shell.
  • Toppings - Top your baked tacos with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and even a side of guacamole or salsa for dipping. It's the perfect way to take your taco game to the next level.

Nutrition Information

Show Details
Serving 1g Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 229mg (10%) Potassium 175mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 185IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 140mg (14%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 229mg 10%
Potassium 175mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 185IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 140mg 14%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Genuine Reviews

User Reviews

Overall Rating

5.0

6 reviews
Excellent

Write a Review

Drag & drop files here or click to upload
Other Recipes

You'll Also Love

Crispy Potato Tacos (Tacos de Papa)

Mexican
5.0 (54 reviews)

Quesabirria Tacos (Red Tacos)

Mexican
3.8 (15 reviews)

Spicy Ground Turkey Tacos (or Ground Chicken Tacos!)

South American, American, Mexican, Tex-Mex
5.0 (21 reviews)

Hibiscus Tacos (Vegan Tacos de Jamaica)

Mexican, Jamaican
5.0 (9 reviews)

Tacos de Papa (Tacos de Pomme de Terre)

Mexican, Vegan
0.0 (0 reviews)

Fish Tacos (Tacos de Pescado)

South American, Mexican
4.0 (6 reviews)

Tacos de Papa (Potato Tacos Recipe)

Mexican
5.0 (15 reviews)

Tacos de Papa (Crispy Potato Tacos)

Mexican
5.0 (12 reviews)

Crispy Mexican Potato Tacos (Tacos de papa)

Mexican, Tex-Mex
5.0 (6 reviews)

Birria Tacos (Quesabirria Tacos)

Mexican, Tex-Mex
4.8 (606 reviews)

Tacos Dorados (Crunchy Tacos)

Mexican
5.0 (66 reviews)

Tacos De Camaron (Shrimp Tacos) Recipe

Mexican
5.0 (33 reviews)

Birria Tacos (Quesabirria Tacos)

Mexican
0.0 (0 reviews)