Oven-Baked Cheesy Beef Tacos
These oven-baked cheesy beef tacos are a simple and delicious meal. Ground beef is seasoned and nestled in warm tortillas with melted cheese, then baked until crispy.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Baking sheet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Water
- 12-18 small street taco size Corn or Flour Tortillas
- 1.5 cups Shredded Cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend
- 2-3 tbsp Vegetable Oil or olive oil
Optional Toppings
- Lettuce
- diced tomatoes
- salsa
- sour cream
- guacamole
- jalapeños
- onions
- cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet, then drain any excess grease and stir in taco seasoning and water.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until liquid is absorbed and beef is well-seasoned.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly brush a baking sheet with vegetable oil.
- Warm 2-3 tortillas at a time on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes per side until pliable.
- Spread cheese on half of each tortilla, spoon beef filling over the cheese, and fold into a half-moon shape.
Baking & Serving
- Arrange folded tacos on the oiled baking sheet, sprinkle with extra cheese if desired, and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
For extra crispy tacos, flip them halfway through baking. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet; bake in batches if necessary.