Description
Cheesy taco shells bake is the ultimate comfort food that brings the fiesta to your table! This easy-to-make dish features crispy taco shells stuffed with savory ground beef, gooey cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy the crunchy texture combined with melty goodness in this satisfying meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (approximately 1 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 hard-shell taco shells
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Mix in taco seasoning and a splash of water; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Place taco shells upright in the baking dish and fill each with the beef mixture. Top with shredded cheese and diced tomatoes.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly, then serve topped with sour cream and shredded lettuce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 filled taco shell (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg