Description
This oven baked cheesy tacos recipe is the ultimate taco night upgrade! Crispy taco shells, seasoned beef, refried beans, and melted cheddar cheese come together in one easy oven-baked dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or meal prep. Discover how to make cheesy tacos in the oven that are flavorful, gooey, and satisfying every time.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/3 cup water
1 cup refried beans
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
10 hard taco shells
1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned.
3. Stir in taco seasoning, tomato paste, and water. Let simmer for 3–5 minutes.
4. Add refried beans and mix until fully combined and heated through.
5. Arrange taco shells upright in a baking dish.
6. Spoon the beef and bean mixture into each taco shell.
7. Top each taco generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
8. Bake uncovered for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and shells begin to crisp.
9. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
These tacos are best served fresh for maximum crunch.
To reheat, use the oven or air fryer—avoid the microwave to keep shells crisp.
Customize the filling with black beans, chicken, or spicy salsa for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 38mg