Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn for crispy baked tacos?

Yes, but corn tortillas are strongly recommended. Corn tortillas crisp up much better at high heat. Flour tortillas will stay noticeably softer even after the full bake time.

My tacos came out soggy. What went wrong?

The most common cause is too much olive oil on the tortillas. Brush very lightly, just enough to coat the surface. Overstuffing is another culprit since extra filling traps moisture and softens the shell from the inside.

Can I swap out the ground beef for something else in these baked tacos?

Absolutely. Ground turkey, ground chicken, or a plant-based meat substitute all work well. If using a leaner protein, add a small drizzle of olive oil to keep the filling from drying out during baking.

Crispy Baked Tacos Recipe Your Whole Family Will Love

Name: Crispy Baked Tacos
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 33 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef; 1 package taco seasoning; 1/2 cup refried beans; 8 corn tortillas; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese; Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving

Crispy Baked Tacos

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These crispy oven-baked tacos are filled with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melted cheese, then baked to golden, crunchy perfection. No frying needed and ready in about 33 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Author: James Carter Jr
Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 33 minutes
Yield: 8 tacos (serves 4) 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Ingredients

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1 lb. ground beef
1 package taco seasoning
1/2 cup refried beans
8 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
In a medium skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain the grease. Add taco seasoning according to package directions and stir to combine.
Add the refried beans to the skillet and stir until well combined with the beef. Remove from heat.
Place 8 corn tortillas on a large baking sheet and lightly brush both sides with olive oil. Do not use too much oil or the tortillas may get soggy.
Place oiled tortillas in the preheated oven for 3 minutes, just until flexible and pliable.
Remove tortillas from oven. Spoon the beef and bean mixture onto one half of each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheese. Fold the other half over the filling to close. Do not overstuff.
Return tacos to the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Flip each taco carefully using tongs or a spatula. Continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until crispy and golden on both sides.
Remove from oven and serve immediately with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.

Notes

Corn tortillas are strongly recommended as they crisp up best in the oven. Flour tortillas can be used but will result in a softer texture.
Brush tortillas lightly with oil. too much will cause sogginess instead of crispiness.
Do not overstuff the tacos as this can cause them to fall apart during baking.
Flipping halfway through is essential for even crispiness on both sides.
The beef and bean filling can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated until ready to assemble.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tacos
Calories: 400 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 620 mg
Fat: 22 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 22 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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