Description
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos take your favorite taco fillings—seasoned meat, gooey melted cheese, and crispy taco shells—and bake them into a golden, crunchy masterpiece. This easy and delicious recipe is perfect for taco night, with minimal mess and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 hard taco shells
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refried beans (optional)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend, cheddar, Monterey Jack)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add onion and garlic, cooking for 2 more minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water, simmer for 5 minutes. Add refried beans if desired.
- Grease a baking sheet, arrange taco shells upright. Fill each shell with the beef mixture.
- Top each taco with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted and taco shells are crispy.
- Serve with desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato, sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
Notes
- Store leftover tacos in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. For best results, reheat in the oven to preserve the crispiness of the taco shells.
- You can also freeze the assembled tacos (before baking) for up to 3 months. Bake directly from frozen at 375°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican