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Several oven-baked cheesy tacos arranged neatly on a baking sheet, ready to serve.

Classic Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

These classic oven-baked cheesy tacos are a simple, crowd-pleasing meal featuring seasoned ground beef and melty cheese, all baked to crispy perfection in the oven. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Taco Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef 80/20 for good flavor
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning 1 oz or 2 tablespoons homemade blend
  • 1/2 cup Water
Tacos
  • 10-12 Corn or Flour Tortillas 6-inch
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mexican blend, cheddar, or Monterey Jack
Toppings
  • Favorite taco toppings e.g., shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, chopped onions, avocado slices, cilantro
  • Cooking spray

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Microwave (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat, then drain excess grease. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer for 5-7 minutes until liquid evaporates.
  3. If using corn tortillas, warm them slightly by microwaving or dipping in warm water to prevent cracking.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Lay a tortilla flat, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of cheese on one half, and top with 2-3 tablespoons of seasoned meat. Fold the tortilla to form a taco shape.
  2. Arrange folded tacos snugly in the baking dish, standing them upright, and repeat with remaining tortillas and filling. Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese generously over the tops of the tacos.
  3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until tortillas are lightly crispy and cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
Serving
  1. Carefully remove tacos from the oven, let cool for a minute or two, and serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can toast the tortillas lightly in a dry skillet before assembling. Feel free to customize with your favorite cheese blends and toppings!