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A hand holds up one of several crispy Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos filled with seasoned ground beef and gooey melted cheese.

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos (Crispy & Loaded) You'll Love

Make these oven-baked cheesy tacos for a simple, satisfying meal. They feature crispy shells loaded with seasoned ground beef and melted cheese. This recipe is great for busy weeknights and delivers a flavorful taco night experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 15 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Taco Meat
Oven Baked Tacos

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Wire rack or baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Add them to a large skillet with the ground beef over medium-high heat.
  2. Cook the beef until no pink remains. Mix the dry spices for the taco meat while the beef cooks. Add the spices toward the end of cooking and stir well.
  3. Reduce the heat. Add the enchilada sauce, stirring everything together until the sauce thickens. Remove the meat mixture from the heat.
  4. Preheat your oven to 400F (200C).
  5. Wrap the tortillas in a slightly damp paper towel. Microwave for 45 to 60 seconds, flipping halfway through. This makes the tortillas easier to fold. Place the warmed tortillas on a large wire rack or baking sheet.
  6. Place a generous pinch of cheese on one half of each tortilla. Add the beef mixture, followed by another pinch of cheese. Fold the tortillas in half, pressing down gently to seal them.
  7. Spray the tops of the tacos with cooking spray. Place a baking sheet on top of the tacos to keep them closed while they bake.
  8. Bake for 14 to 18 minutes, or until the tacos are golden brown and crisp. Check them during baking, as extra thin tortillas can burn quickly.

Nutrition

Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 11gFat: 4g

Notes

Each taco has 3 Smart Points. You can substitute the mozzarella and cheddar for Monterey Jack or another melty cheese. If you use a fattier meat, drain some of the fat before adding the spice and enchilada sauce to avoid soggy tortillas. To reheat, air fry or bake at 400F for 3 to 5 minutes.

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