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Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema Recipe

Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema Recipe

Enjoy these Crispy Baked Ground Beef Tacos with Chipotle Crema for a delicious twist on a classic taco night.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 322

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz colby jack cheese, shredded divided
  • 8-10 (6-inch) corn tortillas white or yellow
  • 1/2 - 3/4 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • salt to taste
For Serving
  • sour cream
  • shredded lettuce
  • fresh cilantro
  • pico de gallo
  • guacamole
  • pickled red onions

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheets
  • Food processor
  • Microwave

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Lightly oil or spray 2 baking sheets with nonstick spray.
  2. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium sized skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, drain the excess fat.
  3. Return to the burner and add the taco seasoning, water, garlic, lime juice, diced green chiles, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook until most of the moisture has evaporated, stirring occasionally (~5 minutes).
  4. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese and mix until combined. Turn off the burner and remove from heat.
  5. Wrap the tortillas in a slightly damp paper towel and microwave for 45-60 seconds, flipping them halfway through.
  6. Spread about ¼ cup of the beef mixture down on one half of the tortilla. Top with a little bit of shredded cheese. Fold the tortilla over to seal and lightly brush the top with a little more oil.
  7. Repeat with the remaining taco filling and tortillas. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until hot and crispy (no need to flip).
  8. While they are baking, make the chipotle crema by blending the crema or sour cream, chipotle peppers, honey or sugar, lime juice, garlic, and salt in a food processor until smooth.
  9. Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings and the crema.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 322kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 21g

Notes

Feel free to customize your toppings and proteins for a personalized taco experience.

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