Baked Tacos
Baked Tacos are an easy family dinner made with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, green chilies, and melted cheese tucked inside crispy corn tortillas. These oven-baked tacos are simple to prepare, full of flavor, and perfect for Taco Tuesday or a quick weeknight meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 8 Corn Tortilla Shells
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 3 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
- 4 oz Mild Green Chilis
- 2 cups Cheese Grated
- ¾ cup Refried Beans
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Cook the Taco Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the ground beef until no longer pink, then drain any excess grease. Stir in the taco seasoning and diced green chilies, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is well combined. 1 lb Ground Beef 3 tbsp Taco Seasoning 4 oz Mild Green Chilis
- Warm the Tortillas: Stack the corn tortillas and microwave them for about 30 seconds. This makes them soft and pliable, so they won't crack when folded. 8 Corn Tortilla Shells
- Assemble the Tacos: Arrange the warmed tortillas on the prepared baking sheet. Spread a thin layer of refried beans on one half of each tortilla, then top with seasoned beef and shredded cheese. Fold the tortillas over and gently press them closed. ¾ cup Refried Beans 2 cups Cheese
- Bake and Serve: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the tortillas are crispy and the cheese is melted. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, salsa, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Notes
- Don't Overfill the Tacos: It can be tempting to load up tacos with extra filling, but too much meat, beans, and cheese can make them difficult to fold and prevent tortillas from crisping properly.
- Warm the Tortillas First: Warming the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds in the microwave makes them soft and pliable, which helps prevent cracking when folding!
- For Extra Crispiness: If you love extra crispy tacos, bake them a few additional minutes until the edges are golden brown and crunchy. Keep an eye on them so the tortillas don't become too hard.
- Use Freshly Shredded Cheese: Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded cheese and creates a smoother, creamier filling.
- Drain the Ground Beef Well: After browning the ground beef, be sure to drain any excess grease before adding the taco seasoning. This keeps the tacos from becoming soggy while baking.
Storage
Refrigeration: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze: Freeze individually wrapped tacos in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheating: Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 375°F until heated through and crispy.Nutrition
Calories: 821kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 54gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 28gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 207mgSodium: 1213mgPotassium: 435mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 933mgIron: 4mg
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