Cheesy Baked Tacos

A delightful twist on traditional tacos featuring seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and fresh toppings, perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Ground Beef

1 pound ground beef Lean ground beef is recommended.
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
12 pieces taco shells
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup shredded lettuce
0.5 cup sour cream
0.25 cup sliced jalapeños optional
Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large skillet, over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Arrange taco shells in a baking dish and fill each shell with the seasoned beef mixture. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Bake the tacos in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and add toppings like diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, jalapeños, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 20gSodium: 800mg

Keyword baked, cheesy, tacos