Description
This crowd-pleasing taco recipe bakes up golden and loaded. Doubling the batch means more to share, and we’ve added a few flavor twists (hello chipotle + black beans!) to take them next-level.
Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 packets taco seasoning (or homemade)
1 cup tomato sauce or salsa
Salt & pepper, to taste
20 small taco shells, warmed slightly
4 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1 cup black beans, drained & rinsed (optional twist)
1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped (adds smoky heat)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 cup diced red onion
½ cup chopped cilantro
Optional Toppings: sour cream, jalapeños, guacamole, hot sauce, lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a skillet, heat oil. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook 1 min.
Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
Stir in taco seasoning, tomato sauce (or salsa), black beans, and chipotle. Simmer 5 mins.
Line taco shells in a baking dish, open side up. Spoon meat mixture into each.
Top each with plenty of shredded cheese.
Bake for 12–15 mins, until cheese is melted and edges are crispy.
Top with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and your favorite extras.
- Prep Time: 35 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 230 / Taco
- Fat: 13g / Taco
- Carbohydrates: 12g / Taco
- Fiber: 2g / Taco
- Protein: 14g / Taco