Almost Taco Bell Famous Tacos In Our House Recipe

Craving that Taco Bell taste but hate the drive-thru line? This recipe delivers the closest homemade version of their iconic tacos! Get ready for perfectly seasoned meat, warm refried beans, and crispy shells. Say goodbye to disappointing imitations and hello to rave reviews – this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 386.6 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
Almost Taco Bell Famous Tacos In Our House

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Almost Taco Bell Famous Tacos In Our House

  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Low Fat Refried Beans
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 hard or soft taco shells
  • Cheese
  • Lettuce
  • Sour Cream

How to Make Almost Taco Bell Famous Tacos In Our House

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of refried beans to the skillet.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of your favorite taco seasoning.
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Heat through, stirring occasionally, until beans are heated all the way through (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat.
  6. While the meat and bean mixture simmers, lightly brown 12 hard or soft taco shells according to package directions. Alternatively, you can bake them in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes for crispier shells.
  7. Fill each taco shell with the meat and bean mixture. Top with your favorite toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and/or guacamole.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

75 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

48g

Carbs

6g

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