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Four crispy, golden shells filled with seasoned ground beef and melted cheddar cheese, showcasing delicious baked tacos.

Simple Baked Tacos


  • Author: faironplay.com
  • Total Time: 20 min
  • Yield: 12 tacos 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A straightforward recipe for making crispy baked tacos.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 12 hard taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Arrange the hard taco shells open-side up on a baking sheet.
  5. Spoon the meat mixture evenly into each taco shell.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the meat in each shell.
  7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and add your desired toppings before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef.
  • If you prefer softer shells, wrap them in foil before baking.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 450
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 18
  • Cholesterol: 55

Keywords: baked tacos, easy tacos, ground beef tacos, crispy tacos, weeknight dinner