Description
Ground Beef Baked Tacos are a delicious fusion of crunchy taco shells filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and vibrant toppings. This family-friendly dish is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, allowing everyone to customize their tacos to their liking. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a savory meal that brings joy to the table. Get ready for a flavor-packed fiesta!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 oz taco seasoning packet
- 8 sturdy taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water per package instructions, stirring until thickened.
- Spoon the seasoned beef into each taco shell, packing them tightly, and top with shredded cheese.
- Place in the baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, add toppings like lettuce and tomatoes, serve warm, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (130g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg