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By: MadelinePosted: 09/23/2020Updated: 03/31/2021

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This Ground Beef Baked Tacos recipe is the perfect taco recipe for any party or gathering! Prepare these baked tacos ahead of time and allow family or guests to add their own toppings.

Do you need to cook tacos for a crowd?

Do away with the taco buffet and try some ground beef baked tacos instead. For each pound of ground beef, you can make 12 of these mini baked tacos in less than 30 minutes.

These baked tacos are perfect for a crowd. No need to have each person stand and scoop out the seasoned taco meat. Just grab a baked taco, select your toppings and enjoy!

Baked tacos are like the perfect blend of taco and quesadilla

If you had asked me one month ago, “whats your favorite taco?”, I probably would NEVER say ground beef. They are sometimes dry and the toppings tend to fall out as you eat. These baked ground beef tacos completely change that for me.

First, cook the ground beef taco meat with simple seasonings and tomato paste. The result is a moist, but not too wet taco meat that is perfect for the baked tacos.

Then, bake the ground beef in a small street taco shell with lots of shredded cheese. Once they are finished you can open them up and add the toppings inside or just layer toppings on top and enjoy with a fork and knife.

What kitchen tools will I need to make these Ground Beef Baked Tacos?

  • Frying pan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Sheet pan
  • Parchment paper

What ingredients will I need to make these simple beef tacos?

You will be amazed at how easy it is to make these baked tacos with just a few simple ingredients. Feel free to put your own spin on this recipe!

If you prefer to use ground turkey, that will work too. If you are a vegetarian, feel free to use some crumbled tofu or tempeh in place of the ground beef.

  • Ground beef
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chili powder
  • Garlic powder
  • Smoked paprika
  • Cumin
  • Cayenne pepper powder
  • Tomato paste
  • Shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • Street taco size white corn tortillas

Let’s make some Ground Beef Baked Tacos!

Step 1: Prepare taco meat

First, preheat the oven to 425F. Then, combine salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper powder in a small bowl.

Next, mix tomato paste and water in a separate bowl and set to the side. Then, heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the ground beef to the pan.

Then, allow the ground beef to brown for 5 minutes and break it into crumbles as it browns. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the spice mixture and tomato paste and water to the pan.

Finally, mix in the tomato paste and seasonings and saute until completely cooked about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2: Assemble the baked beef tacos

Then, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay 6 corn taco shells on the baking sheet and cover with shredded cheese. You will need to do this twice to make all 12 of the baked tacos.

Next, place 2 tbsp of taco meat on one side of each taco (see picture above).

Step 3: Bake the tacos

Then, place the baking sheet to the oven and cook for 3 minutes.

After 3 minutes, remove the tacos from the oven and fold each in half and press down lightly to ensure the tacos stay folded. Then, return the baking sheet to the oven and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 4: Enjoy!

Finally, remove the baked tacos from the oven and repeat steps 8-12 to make the next 6 tacos. Allow the tacos to cool slightly, add toppings and enjoy!

What toppings should I add to these ground beef tacos?

You can get as creative as you want with these beef tacos. Some of my favorites are shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, fresh avocado, and cojita cheese. I also always serve my tacos with a batch of pickled red onions!

You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram!

Recipe

Ground Beef Baked Tacos

★★★★★ 5 from 75 reviews

Make these delicious ground beef baked tacos for a simple dinner or a gathering!

Recipe By: Madeline
Prep: 5 minutesCook: 20 minutesTotal: 25 minutes
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Servings: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper powder
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 12 street taco size white corn tortillas (about 5.5″ in diameter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425F
  2. Combine salt, black pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper powder in a small bowl
  3. Mix tomato paste and water in a separate bowl and set to the side
  4. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add the ground beef to the pan
  5. Allow the ground beef to brown for 5 minutes and break it into crumbles as it browns
  6. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the spice mixture and tomato paste and water to the pan
  7. Mix in the tomato paste and seasonings and saute until completely cooked about 2-3 minutes
  8. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lay 6 corn taco shells on the baking sheet and cover with shredded cheese – You will need to do this twice to make all of the baked tacos
  9. Place 2 tbsp of taco meat on one side of each taco (see picture above)
  10. Add the baking sheet to the oven and cook for 3 minutes
  11. Remove the tacos from the oven and fold each in half and press down lightly to ensure the tacos stay folded
  12. Return the baking sheet to the oven and cook for 5 minutes
  13. Remove the baked tacos from the oven and repeat steps 8-12 to make the next 6 tacos
  14. Allow the tacos to cool slightly, add toppings and enjoy!
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  1. Lauren says

    Posted on 9/23 at 7:12 pm

    Can’t wait to try these with ground turkey, no more soggy tacos!!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/25 at 10:52 am

      yay!!

      Reply
  2. Ames says

    Posted on 9/23 at 8:35 pm

    So easy to make and so delicious!! I ate 6 within minutes! A must make especially on game day!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  3. Leah says

    Posted on 9/24 at 10:09 pm

    Just made these and OMG!! I used pork spare ribs as I had them in the fridge. Browned them first and then threw in crock pot all day. Everything else as per the recipe. So freaking good. It even got a “honey. you can make these again” approval from the hubby. Keep up the great work @mad_about_food❤️

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/25 at 10:51 am

      Yay!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  4. Carrie says

    Posted on 9/27 at 6:42 pm

    These are. So. Good! My non-taco fan husband said it was some of the best food he’s ever eaten. And the ground beef! Oh my gosh. I’ll NEVER buy a seasoning packet again. Delicious, unique, simple. The tomato paste made it so savory. Thanks, Madeline!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/27 at 9:32 pm

      ah YAY! I am so glad! and I agreed. no more need for a taco packet!

      Reply
  5. Kayla says

    Posted on 9/30 at 6:49 pm

    So I am not a fan of corn tortillas but holy moly these were so delicious and I didn’t even notice they were corn!! Love the taco spices, so much more flavor than the packets and healthier since I know what’s going into my food. Great taco Tuesday recipe to have and with definitely be making again, and again, and again!!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/1 at 2:52 pm

      Amazing!! I am so glad thank you!

      Reply
  6. Karen says

    Posted on 9/30 at 9:39 pm

    Made this tonight! Wow! So good!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/1 at 2:52 pm

      yay so glad!!

      Reply
  7. Katie Wilson says

    Posted on 10/2 at 12:35 pm

    The tastiest taco to ever touch my tongue!! They are DELICIOUS!! My daughter requested them for her birthday party lunch over take-out from her favorite restaurant!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/4 at 9:14 am

      Aw so glad your daughter likes them!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  8. Ashleigh says

    Posted on 10/2 at 1:21 pm

    WOW! Wish I could eat this everyday and every night! I loved the flavor of the meat so much. Baking the tacos was so simple. I mixed in diced mushroom with the meat for a little more veg and it was so perfect. Also used cashew siete tortillas and they baked so well. Had leftovers the next day (without reheating bc i was so hungry) and the taco was still so crisp and delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/2 at 1:22 pm

      YAY! SO glad you enjoyed!! thank you for sharing! Im gonna need to try the mushroom addition

      Reply
  9. Liza says

    Posted on 10/4 at 7:22 pm

    These were fantastic! So simple and took less than 30 minutes to pull together. Perfect for game day and husband approved!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/5 at 8:35 am

      SO glad you enjoyed!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  10. Lila says

    Posted on 10/6 at 9:52 am

    Made these for dinner with a friend last night, and they were SO GOOD! We had a fair amount of leftovers, so I wrapped two in foil at a time and stuck them in the fridge. When my sister got home from night shift, she took them out of the fridge, unfolded the foil, and reheated them in the airfryer and she said they were delicious as leftovers! Thanks for the awesome recipes, Madeline!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/6 at 1:43 pm

      SO glad!! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
  11. Krista says

    Posted on 10/7 at 2:53 am

    These are so delicious! Perfect for a group, so everyone can add their own toppings. Plus the topping don’t really fall out if you put them inside after the tacos are baked. Not nearly as messy as our usual tacos.

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/7 at 11:13 am

      amazing!! thank you!!

      Reply
  12. Bird says

    Posted on 10/12 at 7:45 pm

    These are delicious! My husband LOVED them, and both of my picky kids liked them too. Definitely make a batch of madaboutfood pickled red onions to go with these. Will be making these again for sure!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/13 at 9:57 am

      Ah so glad!! YEs the pickled onions are the perfect compliment!

      Reply
  13. Jlryan says

    Posted on 10/19 at 9:13 pm

    Made these tonight. YUM! Definitely hit the spot and surprisingly filling. My husband also loved them. He requested I make these again for football Sunday with my father in-law in two weeks.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/20 at 8:30 am

      amazing!! Perfect Sunday football food. Thank you!!

      Reply
  14. Kelley says

    Posted on 10/20 at 10:12 pm

    I have large men (hence, larger eaters) in my home. To tell you how these went over—my husband had 5, my son had 6, and I got ONE. Good thing my other son wasn’t home. Mad About Food for President!!! #crunchytacoheaven!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/21 at 9:51 am

      hahaha I am SOO glad!! Next time a double batch in your home!

      Reply
  15. Kim says

    Posted on 10/21 at 8:59 am

    Can I use flour tortilla shells instead of corn?

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/21 at 9:50 am

      yes definitely!!

      Reply
  16. Madi says

    Posted on 10/23 at 7:52 pm

    These were SO good! Super easy and tasty meal. Would definitely make again!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/24 at 7:53 pm

      Thank you! So glad to hear that !

      Reply
  17. Danielle says

    Posted on 10/23 at 11:47 pm

    The taco meat is SO GOOD. This is my forever go-to taco meat recipe from now on. I also really like the concept of a baked taco – melting the cheese and getting the soft tortillas a little crisp are game-changers.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/24 at 7:50 pm

      Thank you!! so glad you enjoyed!

      Reply
  18. Kaelin says

    Posted on 11/9 at 5:53 pm

    These are the best tacos ever! No more taco seasoning packet for me. So flavorful and so easy to make.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  19. Paige says

    Posted on 11/30 at 6:11 pm

    Absolutely amazing! Easy to make and swapped turkey for beef!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/4 at 3:26 pm

      awesome!! thank you!!

      Reply
    • Rebecca says

      Posted on 11/14 at 6:19 pm

      Made these tonight with flour tortillas and topped with guac and pico. Such a good easy dinner.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Madeline says

        Posted on 11/15 at 9:31 am

        YUM! thank you!

        Reply
  20. Caroline says

    Posted on 12/1 at 9:58 pm

    My fiancée and I love this recipe and eat it almost once a week. So easy to make and keep in the fridge!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/2 at 9:58 am

      So glad!! Thank you!!

      Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/4 at 3:27 pm

      yay!! Thank you!!

      Reply
  21. Ali says

    Posted on 12/3 at 5:31 pm

    These were great! I meal prepped them earlier this week and just threw them in the air fryer at 360 for 2-3 minutes to reheat and they’re crunchy and fantastic. So easy, will definitely be making again!!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/4 at 3:25 pm

      wonderful! I loooove reheating them in the air fryer

      Reply
  22. Sheetal Deo says

    Posted on 12/3 at 8:16 pm

    These were absolutely delicious! I don’t eat beef so I made them with ground chicken and it was super yummy!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/4 at 3:25 pm

      YAY! I am soo glad!

      Reply
  23. Sherry Chen says

    Posted on 12/10 at 10:57 pm

    Super simple, delicious recipe! I’ve made this twice, both with flour tortillas, and the second time I browned the beef with 1/2 onion, diced. Good stuff. This is for sure going in/already in the regular rotation.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/11 at 8:40 am

      wonderful!! So glad! Thank you!

      Reply
  24. Jillian says

    Posted on 12/16 at 7:19 pm

    AMAZING!
    Already shared with friends and family, right after dinner tonight! So easy and delicious! Definitely becoming a regular for a weekday meal!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/17 at 9:23 am

      so great!! Thnank you!!

      Reply
  25. Ellen says

    Posted on 12/28 at 2:21 pm

    These have become a regular favorite in our house. I make the spice mix ahead of time to store in the cabinet so my S/O can start prepping the meat before I get home if I’m running late. They also make great leftovers for work the next day.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 10:05 pm

      amazing!! thank you!!

      Reply
  26. Kara says

    Posted on 12/28 at 4:14 pm

    These are INCREDIBLE! We devoured them. So easy and so much flavor. I’ve made them with both Turkey and beef. So good! I love finding a new easy weekday meal!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 9:29 pm

      wonderful!! thank you!

      Reply
  27. Emma says

    Posted on 12/28 at 4:26 pm

    So good! I use the seasoning mix every time I make tacos now.

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 9:23 pm

      amazing!! love that!

      Reply
  28. Dalton says

    Posted on 12/28 at 6:30 pm

    Made these a few weeks ago and they were a hit! So yummy and a nice change from our usual taco nights.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 9:16 pm

      yay! thank you!!

      Reply
  29. Kelly Jo says

    Posted on 1/1 at 12:57 am

    These are delicious and super easy. My picky 8 year old even devours them! Thank you for the yummy recipes!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/2 at 11:56 am

      so wonderful!! thank you!!

      Reply
  30. Christol McKernan says

    Posted on 1/3 at 8:05 pm

    Seriously so good! My 3 year old asks for them almost daily when asked what he wants for dinner so we do them at least twice a week! I’ve done them with flour tortillas and it turned out fine as well!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/4 at 3:45 pm

      amazing!! Surely kid approved. And glad that swap works too 🙂

      Reply
  31. Alex says

    Posted on 1/4 at 7:45 pm

    Just made these and they’re sooo delicious and simple! My husband was also a huge fan. I saved the second half to make fresh tomorrow–and next time I will let them cool off a little more. They were so delicious I ate them too hot! Lol

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/7 at 12:49 pm

      ahahhaha i don’t blame you for digging into them piping hot!!

      Reply
  32. Isabella says

    Posted on 1/11 at 12:49 pm

    The tomato paste is a GAME CHANGER! These are definitely the best tacos I’ve made at home. The look on my husband’s face when he saw them and when he took the first bite were truly priceless. I’ve sent this recipe out to my whole family! So delicious, wouldn’t change a thing about them. 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/11 at 10:03 pm

      wow!! thank you so much!!

      Reply
  33. Keli says

    Posted on 1/24 at 5:32 pm

    My new favorite tacos. The meat was seasoned so good I didn’t even add any toppings!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/25 at 10:47 am

      amazing!! Thank yoU!!

      Reply
  34. Katie H. says

    Posted on 1/24 at 11:18 pm

    These were delicious! Made picky Kids’s tacos with flour tortillas and baking time still worked out perfect. My husband said he never wants to buy grocery story taco seasoning again!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/25 at 10:34 am

      ahhh yay!! I am SO glad. Yes this seasoning blend is my favorite too

      Reply
  35. ccarr4 says

    Posted on 1/25 at 11:56 am

    This is my third time making them. I used ground chicken and reduced fat cheddar this time — 2 WW points each on Team Blue. The seasoning for the meat is absolutely killer. She knocked it out of the park with this recipe. Savory, crispy, and oh so satisfying!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  36. Simone Tunbridge says

    Posted on 1/26 at 1:04 am

    Absolute winner in my house! I had a 10 pack of mini tortillas, the kids are 5 each and loved how the melted cheese kept everything “inside”.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/26 at 9:42 am

      ahh amazing!! i am SO glad to hear that!

      Reply
  37. Joanna says

    Posted on 1/26 at 7:25 pm

    This is one of my top weeknight meals! So amazing ! I add some canned chipotles into the tomato paste to give it an extra kick. I can’t wait to make them again.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/28 at 9:28 am

      amazing!! thank you! LOVE that addition

      Reply
  38. Bri says

    Posted on 2/8 at 8:37 pm

    So delicious I mad these as a part of our superbowl spread. I was a bit skeptical because I typically dont like the corn tortillas but these were AMAZING!! So simple so flavorful and so adaptable. I’m actually making again right now !! Thank you !!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 2/10 at 9:44 am

      Thank you!!! I am so glad

      Reply
  39. Megan says

    Posted on 3/3 at 8:32 pm

    Maddie these are AMAZING!! Easy week night family dinner. My husband and daughter said only way they ever want to eat tacos.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/4 at 1:39 pm

      yay! thank you!!!

      Reply
  40. Monica M says

    Posted on 3/4 at 7:43 pm

    I can’t believe I haven’t reviewed these yet!
    These are so good and SO easy to make! This is my go-to for a quick weeknight dinner and I make extras to reheat in the air fryer and they are just as good. These are always gone so fast and I am always willing to make them! So many topping options, but my husband topped with refried beans, queso fresco and fresh salsa and they were amazing! We’re also not big fans or corn tortillas, but they are perfect in this recipe

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/8 at 8:52 am

      Thank you so much!!

      Reply
  41. Laura says

    Posted on 3/7 at 8:40 am

    These are so simple yet so delicious. I have tried these with ground beef, ground turkey, and chorizo and all were fantastic! We top them with lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños, but they’re so versatile you can add anything!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/8 at 8:51 am

      WOW love that you have tried so many versions!! Thank you!

      Reply
  42. Susanne says

    Posted on 3/9 at 10:25 am

    I have made these tacos many times. They are so easy to make and very delicious! This recipe and many others from Mad About Food are on repeat at my house and my sisters house! Thank you for all your efforts with making easy and tasty meals that we can enjoy with our friends and family on any occasion.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/9 at 6:46 pm

      amazing!! tahnk you so much!

      Reply
  43. Amanda says

    Posted on 3/18 at 7:36 pm

    I had been eyeing these since you posted the recipe last year and just got around to making them. O-M-G these are amazing and I regret not making them sooner! This goes into the dinner rotation for sure!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/25 at 3:58 pm

      aww thank you!!!

      Reply
  44. Elizabeth says

    Posted on 4/11 at 6:04 pm

    So satisfying and delicious! It’s the perfect middle ground between a soft and crispy taco. Never occurred to me to prepare tacos this way, but wow, I’ll never go back. Highly recommend!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 4/12 at 1:47 pm

      amazing!! thank you so much!!

      Reply
  45. Ginny says

    Posted on 5/10 at 1:54 pm

    Can’t believe it took me so long to make these, but this was the centerpiece of our at home cinco de Mayo meal. I added cotija inside and topped with more cotija, sliced lettuce, tomatoes, sliced radishes, and sour cream. All my boyfriend had to say was “why did you wait so long to make these for me?” 😂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 5/11 at 8:19 am

      Love the additions!!! Cojita is soooo good

      Reply
  46. Renee Aguilar says

    Posted on 5/11 at 12:16 am

    This is a family favorite!!! Everyone loves them & they are frequently requested. Thank you 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 5/11 at 8:17 am

      thank you!! SO glad to hear that!

      Reply
  47. Jess Mitchell says

    Posted on 6/11 at 9:52 am

    Can’t go wrong with this recipe. Who doesn’t like tacos. Great for a crowd. Delicious.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/17 at 9:12 pm

      yay! thank you!

      Reply
  48. Kelly Jo says

    Posted on 6/15 at 11:07 pm

    Love this method and the meat seasoning is a game changer. This will be on repeat. Thank you

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/17 at 9:08 pm

      yay!! so glad thank you!

      Reply
  49. Cindy A says

    Posted on 6/17 at 8:15 pm

    This is now the ONLY way we make our ground beef tacos. Requested all the time. And so easy to “throw” together. They’re delicious this way! Thank you for changing our taco world! Making some right now. 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/17 at 9:07 pm

      amazing!! so glad to hear that! thank you so much

      Reply
  50. Renee Apollo says

    Posted on 6/17 at 10:48 pm

    Absolutely perfect weeknight meal. Simple and delicious.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/23 at 9:33 am

      wonderful! thank you so mcuh!

      Reply
  51. Michelle says

    Posted on 6/24 at 5:29 pm

    Seriously awesome! Such a simple recipe, delicious, and awesome to make ahead to feed the family!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/24 at 6:32 pm

      so glad to hear it!! thank you!!

      Reply
  52. Johanna says

    Posted on 6/26 at 4:56 pm

    So easy and fun! My fav way to make tacos for a group 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 7/1 at 9:34 am

      awesome! thank you!

      Reply
  53. Sydney Pirkle says

    Posted on 6/27 at 8:12 pm

    Sooooo delicious! Super easy to make and great for leftovers. One of my favs 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 7/1 at 9:30 am

      yay so glad to hear!

      Reply
  54. Audrey says

    Posted on 6/28 at 8:03 pm

    Holy. Crap. These tacos are UNREAL and so easy to make! I found putting the meat in a colander helps before I mix in the tomato paste/spices if there seems like too much extra grease. If I am eating dairy free, I love this ground beef recipe for other taco varieties! It is truly the perfect blend of spices.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 7/1 at 9:24 am

      SO glad to hear this!! thank you!!

      Reply
  55. Elizabeth says

    Posted on 7/7 at 10:18 am

    This is a staple in our home! I make it with turkey and it is perfect every time. This is my partner’s favorite meal and they always ask for it! And the leftovers reheat great the next day. 10/10 recipe

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • maryjane says

      Posted on 7/14 at 11:31 am

      Yum! Thank you!

      Reply
  56. Danielle says

    Posted on 7/19 at 10:19 pm

    These are awesome! I love how the meat holds tight in the shell with the melty cheese! The spices were perfect too.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 7/25 at 8:28 pm

      awesome! thank you!

      Reply
  57. Nicole says

    Posted on 7/21 at 12:35 am

    Wow! I do like to switch up how I serve tacos every now and again since I have toddlers, but this recipe is staying in the rotation for the rest of our lives! Dang good, if you haven’t tried, you must. I made 6 corn tortilla and 6 flour. This would be perfect for a taco party, just genius Madeline!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 7/25 at 8:13 pm

      awesome! thank you!!

      Reply
      • Nicole says

        Posted on 11/12 at 5:22 pm

        I’ve made this with ground turkey as well, and it’s fab!

        Reply
        • Madeline says

          Posted on 11/15 at 9:35 am

          oh so great to hear!!

          Reply
  58. Sarah says

    Posted on 8/10 at 2:51 pm

    These were such a fun alternative as way to serve tacos for family dinner. We didn’t use your seasoning recipe and instead used premade taco seasoning because my husband is not food adventurous enough ☺️. But we followed for how to bake in the oven. I’m hoping with small steps he will want to try the seasoning next time. Thanks!

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/8 at 8:48 am

      ooo try my seasoning!! I promise its better than the packet.

      Reply
  59. Jen says

    Posted on 8/31 at 5:55 pm

    So delicious! We will definitely be making these again.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/8 at 8:44 am

      awesome! thanks!

      Reply
  60. Kylie+Ann+Stanley says

    Posted on 9/13 at 8:41 pm

    these tacos are perfect for feeding a crowd but is also in our weeknight rotation. another five star recipe!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/14 at 11:19 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  61. Sarah.b says

    Posted on 9/25 at 8:51 am

    These look yummy! And so easy

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  62. James says

    Posted on 9/25 at 5:02 pm

    This recipe has become a weekly staple in our family! Very quick and easy to make, not to mention its delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 9/27 at 5:53 pm

      Awesome! Thanks James!

      Reply
  63. Laura Hanna says

    Posted on 10/4 at 7:25 pm

    We made these tonight for dinner. Everyone loved them! Easy to make too. My three year old said these were the best tacos ever!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/5 at 11:59 am

      Wow I feel extra awesome that the three year old loved them! Thanks so much Laura!

      Reply
  64. Taylor Fleming says

    Posted on 10/5 at 7:33 pm

    Quick, easy, delicious and filling meal! A go-to in our house!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/8 at 3:54 pm

      Awesome, thank you so much!

      Reply
  65. sheila chandler says

    Posted on 10/7 at 11:49 am

    My husband loves these. I’m not sure what the difference is for him but any day that he’ll approve tacos on the menu is a win for me!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/8 at 3:54 pm

      Love that! Glad he approves!

      Reply
  66. Leslie says

    Posted on 10/13 at 4:32 pm

    I made this recipe a few months ago, and for the second time today and it blew me away AGAIN. I don’t eat beef so I make it with ground turkey, and I added some black beans. So easy and so so good.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/20 at 2:20 pm

      Thanks Leslie! Great idea with the ground turkey and black beans too!

      Reply
  67. sydney wallace says

    Posted on 10/17 at 11:13 pm

    made these tonight and I’m not gonna lie my piccckyyyy as heck fiancé was skeptical at first, but once he smelled them he was down to try and he loved them!! I obviously loved them as well! Pretty easy and a total crowd pleaser!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 10/20 at 2:24 pm

      Yay that’s awesome! I love when a recipe wins over a picky eater.

      Reply
  68. Stephanie says

    Posted on 11/3 at 8:39 pm

    These were yummy and a big hit with the whole family. I used ground turkey from Costco the second time I made them because that’s what I had on hand and that was just as good as the beef. I will probably make these instead of regular tacos from now on!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  69. Kaite says

    Posted on 11/14 at 3:03 pm

    Made a version of these last night as we had a guest for dinner – worked well with both flour and corn tortilla. Especially liked the easy serving component.

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 11/15 at 9:32 am

      amazing! thank you!

      Reply
  70. Heather says

    Posted on 11/17 at 6:39 pm

    This was a huge hit with my husband and teen. Will definitely make this again. I used ground turkey.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 11/20 at 8:14 pm

      wonderful!! thank you!

      Reply
  71. Leah says

    Posted on 11/21 at 1:40 pm

    Super easy and super yummy

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  72. Mia says

    Posted on 11/22 at 1:29 pm

    Made these for dinner last night and they were soooo good! My fiancé and I are suckers for the taco seasoning you get at the store so it was fun to make it from scratch (and it was just as delicious if not better)! Immediately sent the recipe to my sister who has a toddler for an easy and quick recipe idea

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  73. Nicole says

    Posted on 11/23 at 6:13 pm

    So good! Will definitely be making these on a regular basis!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 11/24 at 9:18 am

      yay! thank you!

      Reply
  74. Tanya says

    Posted on 12/24 at 8:15 am

    Such a wonderful upgrade for tacos. We made this with pulled chicken, steak, etc. key was to minimize the juices from meat and then it went swimmingly. So delicious and easy. Thank you

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  75. Danielle Lee says

    Posted on 12/28 at 10:53 am

    The absolute best and easiest recipe! Appetizer, yup! Quick easy dinner, yup! Simple for a crowd, yup! Make ahead and reheat, yup! This recipe has everything and will sure to be a crowd pleaser!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 12/28 at 7:51 pm

      awww amazing!! thank you so much!

      Reply
  76. Lisa says

    Posted on 1/10 at 6:50 pm

    These were delicious! Excited to try more of your recipes.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/11 at 2:59 pm

      thanks Lisa! hope you like them! always let me know if you have any questions 🙂

      Reply
  77. Shannon says

    Posted on 2/25 at 9:45 am

    Easy to make and so delicious!! This will now probably be a reoccuring recipe in our house. 🙂

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/1 at 9:56 am

      thank you sis!!!!!

      Reply
  78. sydney wallace says

    Posted on 3/2 at 10:41 pm

    Easy and delicious recipe! Have made more than once:)

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/3 at 5:52 pm

      yay! so glad!

      Reply
  79. Caroline Brooks says

    Posted on 3/11 at 5:52 pm

    I made this recipe but used flour tortillas instead because my family prefers flour. They were not as crispy as I had hoped but they were delicious none the less. It was a lot easier than the way we usually make tacos!

    ★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/13 at 4:10 pm

      ahh yeah the corn tortilla cooks up a bit crispier. Glad you still enjoyed!! 🙂

      Reply
  80. Anna says

    Posted on 3/12 at 6:33 pm

    Completely delicious! A nice crunch from the tortilla and cheese. A kick of spice from the spice mixture. These would be perfect the NCAA tournament watch parties coming up. Super easy to make as well.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/13 at 4:09 pm

      so glad to hear this!! Thank yoU!!

      Reply
  81. Kiersten Lopez says

    Posted on 3/15 at 7:16 pm

    These were SO GOOD, and so simple to make!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 3/21 at 10:31 am

      amazing! thank you!

      Reply
  82. DRM says

    Posted on 4/5 at 7:26 pm

    Made it for the family and every said how much they enjoyed it.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 4/8 at 9:22 am

      awesome! thank you!

      Reply
  83. Alexandra says

    Posted on 4/20 at 8:39 pm

    Simple weeknight dinner to make and very yummy!!! Thank you for the recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 4/21 at 10:50 am

      thanks Alexandra!

      Reply
  84. Caitlin Thompson says

    Posted on 4/26 at 9:42 am

    These are on the dinner menu this week.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 4/27 at 9:24 am

      love it! thanks Caitlin!

      Reply
  85. Ryane says

    Posted on 5/2 at 2:54 pm

    These are so fantastic loved them so much!!!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 5/2 at 6:08 pm

      thanks so much Ryane!

      Reply
  86. Amanda says

    Posted on 6/9 at 8:38 pm

    My favorite taco recipe! I’ve made them with beef, turkey, and refried beans and each time they were delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/10 at 2:57 pm

      yay I love all the different combos! thanks Amanda!

      Reply
  87. Dayna says

    Posted on 6/13 at 6:58 pm

    My go-to seasoning for taco meat.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 6/16 at 2:51 pm

      yay I love hearing that! thanks Dayna!

      Reply
  88. Mary says

    Posted on 8/2 at 6:07 pm

    These were delicious!
    A new take on a Taco Tuesday dish.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  89. Whitney says

    Posted on 1/16 at 8:51 pm

    So simple and so delicious! I’ve also started using this recipe for taco seasoning when I’m making regular tacos. It’s perfect!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/17 at 7:50 am

      Aw, yay! Glad to hear it, Whitney!

      Reply
  90. Ashleigh says

    Posted on 1/18 at 7:21 am

    I truly am obsessed with this recipe! I make it so often and they just keep getting better and better every time! The perfect spice blend.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/18 at 7:56 am

      Awesome!! Glad to hear it, Ashleigh!

      Reply
  91. Elaina says

    Posted on 1/19 at 7:06 pm

    This recipe was very easy to follow and tasted as good as it looks!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      Posted on 1/20 at 9:25 am

      Thanks so much, Elaina!

      Reply

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