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Baked Beef & Green Chili Tacos Recipe

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These Baked Beef & Green Chili Tacos offer a delicious twist on traditional tacos by baking them to golden, crispy perfection. Ground beef is seasoned with taco spices and green chiles for a flavorful filling, then wrapped in soft corn tortillas, brushed with oil, and baked with melted cheese. Finished with fresh lime juice and optional toppings like cilantro, lettuce, and sour cream, these tacos make for a satisfying and easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 4 oz canned green chiles
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil (divided)
  • ½ white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
  • ¼ cup water

Tacos

  • 10 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded taco blend cheese
  • Juice from 1 lime

Optional Toppings

  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Sour cream

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped white onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened, but not browned.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
  3. Add Seasoning: Stir in the canned green chiles, taco seasoning packet, and ¼ cup water. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until it thickens and evenly coats the beef. Remove from heat.
  4. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  5. Soften Tortillas: Wrap the corn tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for about 30 seconds to soften them, preventing cracking during folding.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Lay the softened tortillas flat on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a portion of the beef mixture onto one half of each tortilla and sprinkle with shredded taco blend cheese, then fold the tortillas over to enclose the filling.
  7. Brush with Oil: Lightly brush the tops of each folded taco with the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to help them crisp up while baking.
  8. Bake Tacos: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes until the tortillas turn golden and crispy and the cheese has melted inside.
  9. Add Lime Juice: Remove the tacos from the oven and immediately squeeze fresh lime juice over the tops to add brightness and flavor.
  10. Serve: Garnish with your choice of optional toppings such as chopped cilantro, shredded lettuce, and sour cream. Serve warm while the tacos are still crispy.

Notes

  • You can use mild, medium, or hot canned green chiles depending on your spice preference.
  • For extra crispiness, flip the tacos halfway through baking.
  • If you want a lower-fat version, use lean ground beef or turkey and reduce oil amounts.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like diced tomatoes, avocado slices, or jalapeños for extra flavor.
  • To warm tortillas without a microwave, you can place them in a hot skillet for a few seconds on each side.

Keywords: Baked Beef Tacos, Green Chili Tacos, Mexican Tacos, Ground Beef Tacos, Taco Recipe, Easy Weeknight Dinner

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