Best 8 Oven Tacos Recipes

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The oven, an unsung hero of the kitchen, can transform everyday ingredients into a sizzling fiesta of flavors when it comes to making oven tacos. Get ready to bid farewell to soggy, bland taco shells and embrace crispy, golden-brown tortillas that cradle a delectable filling of seasoned ground beef, chicken, or plant-based alternatives, all topped with a symphony of fresh ingredients like crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and tangy salsa. In this comprehensive guide, we'll venture into the realm of culinary creativity, unveiling the secrets to crafting oven tacos that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OVEN BAKED BEEF TACOS RECIPE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 onion (diced)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
1 cup chunky salsa
12 hard taco shells
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 tomatoes (diced) - optional topping
1 cup shredded lettuce - optional topping
1 (6 ounce) can olives (sliced) - optional topping
1 cup sour cream - optional topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a large skillet brown you hamburger along with the chopped onion and garlic. Cook until meat is brown, drain grease well.
  • Add black beans, taco seasoning, and salsa. Mix well and let cook for a couple of minutes so that the flavors can meld and the mixture can thicken.
  • In a large 9 x 13 inch baking dish, line up all the taco shells. Fill each one with a couple of scoops of the beef mixture and pack down into the shell. Repeat until all the shells are filled. Top each taco with shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes (or until all the cheese is melted).
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings (tomatoes, lettuce, olives, sour cream, guacamole, hot sauce, or whatever you like).

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2740 kcal, Fat 46 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 2433 mg, Carbohydrate 447 g, Sugar 14 g, Protein 120 mg

OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN AL PASTOR TACOS



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Provided by Eddie Jackson

Time 4h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 31

Juice of 1 orange
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground oregano
4 cloves garlic, crushed
2 chipotle chiles in adobo
1 small red onion, chopped
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for drizzling
2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
1 ripe pineapple
Juice of 1 orange
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon honey
Kosher salt
6 slices pickled jalapenos, chopped, plus 1 tablespoon brine from the jar
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
6 cups finely shredded green cabbage
1 cup cilantro leaves
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
10 hard taco shells
Diced avocado, for serving
Crumbled queso fresco, for serving
Cilantro leaves, for serving
Pickled jalapeno slices, for serving
Thinly sliced radishes, for serving
Fire-roasted corn, for serving
Pico de gallo, for serving
Lime juice, for finishing

Steps:

  • For the chicken al pastor: Put the orange juice, vinegar, chile powder, honey, cumin, oregano, garlic, chipotles, onion and 1 teaspoon salt in a blender. Pulse several times until chunky. Add the oil and pulse to make a smooth marinade. Pour the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag and add the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
  • Remove all but the bottom oven rack and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the top off the pineapple and reserve. Cut off the peel from the pineapple. Cut a 1-inch slice off the top of the peeled pineapple, chop and reserve for garnish. Slice the remaining pineapple in half. Put the bottom of the pineapple on a rimmed baking sheet and insert a long skewer, pointy side up.
  • Drain the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. Season with salt and drizzle with a little vegetable oil.
  • Thread the chicken on top of the pineapple, then top with the top half of the pineapple. Transfer to the bottom oven rack and roast until the chicken is tender and caramelized on the edges and the internal temperature measures 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, about 1 1/2 hours. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest 15 minutes.
  • For the spicy cabbage slaw: While the chicken roasts, make the slaw. Whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, honey and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Stir in the jalapenos and brine. Whisk in the oil in a slow stream to make a smooth dressing. Add the cabbage, cilantro and red onion and toss well. Refrigerate until the chicken is done.
  • For the tacos: Heat the taco shells according to the package directions.
  • Put the reserved pineapple top on the chicken and pineapple stack, pushing it through the skewer. This will allow you to hold the stack steady while you cut the chicken and pineapple.
  • Use a sharp knife to make thin vertical slices.
  • Serve the sliced chicken and slaw in the taco shells with toppings of your choice. Finish with a squeeze of lime.

OVEN-BAKED SUPREME PIZZA TACOS



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Italian sausage, pizza sauce, pepperoni, olives, and mozzarella cheese are layered in taco shells in these family-friendly pizza tacos.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 ounces bulk Italian sausage
10 taco shells
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
3 ounces sliced pepperoni, chopped
⅓ cup minced onion
⅓ cup diced green bell pepper
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
½ cup pizza sauce
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 pinch red pepper flakes
1 sprig fresh oregano, leaves picked from stem

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir Italian sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease.
  • Arrange taco shells upright in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese along the bottom of each taco shell.
  • Divide Italian sausage, pepperoni, onion, green bell pepper, and olives among the taco shells. Top each with 1 to 2 tablespoons pizza sauce, more mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Garnish with fresh oregano.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 36 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 29.7 g, SaturatedFat 14.3 g, Sodium 1601.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

OVEN BAKED TACOS



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These are so nummy! Great family pleaser and so easy to make! Enjoy!

Provided by Kellie Belcher

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg soft flour taco shells
1 lb ground beef
1 taco seasoning mix
1 can(s) tomato sause
1 pkg mexican blend shredded cheese
1 can(s) refried beans (or homemade)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown Meat and Drain Completely
  • 2. Oven Baked Tacos! Add refried beans, taco seasoning and about half a can of tomato sauce. Mix together.
  • 3. Scoop into taco Shells, Standing them up in Casserole Dish
  • 4. Sprinkle the cheese on top and bake at 375 for 10 minutes!!!!!!

OVEN TACOS



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I found this recipe on Pinterest and tried it with my family tonight. They loved it, but I must warn you. I don't use canned refried beans, I use http://www.food.com/recipe/simple-and-easy-homemade-refried-beans-460636. In addition, I didn't mix them in because only 1/2 of my family likes them. I layered them into 1/2 the tacos and because I put them on the bottom, those shells ended up a bit soggy. If you choose to separate them like me, I suggest you layer them on top of the meat! Optional Condiments- Lettuce (shredded) Tomato (diced) Salsa Guacamole Sour Cream Olives, sliced

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 32m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs ground beef (or turkey or chicken)
1 small onion, diced
4 ounces green chilies, diced
1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning (below)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
2 cups shredded reduced fat colby-monterey jack cheese
18 -20 taco shells, hard
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • To make taco seasoning, mix all of the ingredients together. Store in an airtight container.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a large skillet brown ground beef and onion over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess liquid. Return to pan, add chilies, refried beans, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning. Mix well and cook for a few minutes if mixture seems runny.
  • Spoon the taco meat mixture into the taco shells and place into a 9 x 13 inch baking dish, standing up. Sprinkle cheese over the top of the taco meat in each shell. Place into the oven and bake at 400 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the tacos are heated through.
  • Remove from the oven and top with any optional condiments for serving.

OVEN-BAKED TURKEY AND BLACK BEAN TACOS



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Taco night has never been easier! These oven-baked turkey and black bean beauties come together fast and make clean-up a breeze.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (4.7 oz) Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ taco shells
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground turkey
1 medium chopped onion (1/2 cup)
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1/3 cup water
1 can (16 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (8 oz)
1 medium avocado, pitted, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges and sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. Place taco shells standing up and together in baking dish; set aside.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey and onion; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until turkey is thoroughly cooked. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water; heat to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mash beans with potato masher; stir in green chiles.
  • To assemble, spread about 2 tablespoons bean mixture in bottom of each shell. Sprinkle each with 1 heaping tablespoon of the cheese and a heaping 1/4 cup turkey mixture. Top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake 5 to 7 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 560 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

BEEF & BEAN -- OVEN TACOS



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Tacos. We love tacos. The kids devour them. They love the crunchy mess. They love the flavors. They love to see how full they can make them. And they love to eat them on their special taco plates. (My mom gave us some for Christmas...GREAT gift!) I love the concept of making tacos in the oven...and melting the cheese over the top of the meat. Then piling on the toppings. I doubled up the beef-bean taco meat and stashed the other half in the freezer...I'm thinking about using it for stuffed peppers. Or another taco night. Or enchiladas. We'll see what kind of inspiration strikes (and what other ingredients I have on hand!) when I pull it out of the freezer in the near future. Below is the "doubled version" recipe for the taco meat. Half it, if you want just for this dinner. Make recipe as is, if you want to freeze some. Or if you have a large family. Or are feeding a lot of boys. You get the picture.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, finely diced
2 cups black beans
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
8 taco shells (for 1 meal)
1 cup shredded cheese (for 1 meal)
toppings shredded lettuce, salsa, avocado chunks, guacamole, corn or side suggestions shredded lettuce, salsa, avocado chunks, guacamole, corn

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Brown the ground beef with the chopped onion. Once browned, drain well. Stir in the black beans, taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Line up 8 taco shells in a 7x11-inch baking dish.
  • Spoon meat mixture into the taco shells. Top with a pinchfuls of cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
  • Serve Beef & Bean Oven Tacos with side of veggies.

EASY OVEN BAKED SPICY CHICKEN TACOS RECIPE - (3.9/5)



Easy Oven Baked Spicy Chicken Tacos Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by á-3424

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound cooked chicken, shredded
1 packet Old El Paso Hot & Spicy Taco Seasoning, 1 ounce
1/2 cup onion, diced
1 can diced tomato, drained, 14.5
1 can Old El Paso Chopped Green Chiles, 4.5 ounces
10 Old El Paso Stand and Stuff Taco Shells
1/2 can Old El Paso Refried Beans, 16 ounces
2 cups Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded
Toppings such as Old El Paso sliced Jalapenos, sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, shredded lettuce, or any of your favorite taco toppings!

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium skillet. Add onion to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant. Stir in the chicken, taco seasoning, tomatoes, and green chiles. Stir to combine fully. Reduce to simmer and allow to cook for 5-8 minutes. Place the taco shells in the baking dish, standing up. I was able to fit 10 taco shells in the dish by adding 2 on each side. Spoon 1 tablespoon of beans into the bottom of each taco shell. Top with the chicken mixture, almost to the top of each shell. Sprinkle each shell generously with shredded cheese, the more the better! Bake for 12-14 minutes or until cheese is fully melted and the edges of the shells are browned. Remove from the oven and top with your favorite items such as jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro, and salsa. Enjoy! Tips: Be sure to drain the tomatoes completely, this will help the taco shells to not get soggy while baking! If you prefer your tacos not spicy, just omit the green chilis and use regular Old El Paso Taco Seasoning. Just as delicious!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality corn or flour tortillas.
  • Heat your tortillas before filling them.
  • Be generous with the toppings.
  • Use a variety of toppings to create different flavor combinations.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cooking methods, such as grilling or baking.

Conclusion:

Oven tacos are a quick, easy, and delicious meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little creativity, you can create endless flavor combinations that will keep your taste buds tantalized. So next time you're looking for a weeknight meal that the whole family will love, give oven tacos a try.

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