Oven Baked Tacos
Indulge in the ultimate weeknight comfort with these oven baked tacos, featuring crispy shells filled with seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and vibrant toppings. With an enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen, they promise to be a family favorite that’s easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings. Customize them with your preferred ingredients for a meal that satisfies every palate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 12 hard taco shells
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup chopped fresh vegetables (tomatoes, onions, bell peppers)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup sour cream (for topping)
- ½ cup salsa (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and water as per package instructions.
- Arrange taco shells upright in a baking dish.
- Spoon seasoned meat into each shell generously. Add black beans, chopped vegetables, and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are crispy.
- Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then top with sour cream and salsa before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg