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Ground Beef Baked Tacos

Savory Ground Beef Baked Tacos That Will Wow Your Family

This 30-minute Ground Beef Baked Tacos recipe combines Tex-Mex flavors with effortless preparation, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef swap for ground turkey if desired
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade for customized flavor
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces Tortillas corn or flour, gluten-free options available
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican Blend) or dairy-free cheese
  • 1 cup Chopped Lettuce substitute with spinach or cabbage if needed
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • 1 medium Avocado or Guacamole or skip for fewer calories
  • 1 cup Salsa choose preferred heat level
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream optional
  • Black Olives or Jalapeños to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • baking dish
  • microwave
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ground Beef Baked Tacos
  1. Prep all fresh ingredients by chopping lettuce, dicing tomatoes, and slicing avocado. Grate cheese if using.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef for 8-10 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat, add 2 tablespoons of water, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave to make them pliable.
  5. Assemble tacos by adding seasoned beef to heated tortillas, topping with cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place assembled tacos in a baking dish and bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Let cool for a minute and serve warm with extra toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze unbaked tacos for up to 2 months.

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