Meet Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos – your new weeknight champion! These aren’t your average tacos; they’re packed with flavor, baked to crispy perfection (goodbye, greasy mess!), and ready in a flash. As a busy parent myself, finding quick, healthy, and delicious meals can feel like a constant battle. These tacos are my secret weapon for happy eaters and a stress-free dinner. Trust me, give them a try, and your family will be begging for them every week!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
Growing up, Taco Night was a Friday night ritual – a messy, joyful explosion of flavors around the kitchen table. My Grandma used to pan-fry the tortillas, which tasted amazing! However, it was greasy, and it took forever! Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos are my way to give you the same feeling of family but without the stress! I think Grandma would be proud!
Ingredients
For the Ground Beef Filling:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 Lean)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 ounce)
- 1/2 cup water
For the Tacos:
- 12 taco shells (hard)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Toppings of your choice (shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, guacamole, etc.)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Beef: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Season the Beef: Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook until the water has evaporated and the mixture has thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Assemble the Tacos: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Fill each taco shell with the seasoned ground beef and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake to Crispy Perfection: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the taco shells are crisp.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos from the oven and let cool slightly. Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately. Enjoy your Taco Tuesday!
Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound ground beef
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.1 small onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook until the water has evaporated and the mixture has thickened, about 5-7 minutes.1 packet taco seasoning, 1/2 cup water
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Fill each taco shell with the seasoned ground beef and top with shredded cheddar cheese.12 taco shells, 1 pound ground beef, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the taco shells are crisp.
- Remove the Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos from the oven and let cool slightly. Top with your favorite toppings and serve immediately. Enjoy your Taco Tuesday!Toppings of your choice
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