Description
These One-Pan Beef Tacos are the perfect weeknight meal—juicy, flavorful, and easy to make in just one pan. A quick and delicious way to satisfy taco cravings!
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb.
- Taco seasoning: 1 packet.
- Onion: 1/2 cup, diced.
- Cheddar cheese: 1 cup, shredded.
- Taco shells or tortillas: 8 small.
- Lettuce: 1 cup, shredded.
- Tomatoes: 1/2 cup, diced.
- Sour cream: 1/4 cup.
- Salsa: 1/4 cup.
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Add the diced onions and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Warm the taco shells or tortillas according to package instructions.
- Spoon the beef mixture into the taco shells and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Add lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa on top.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a healthier version, use lean ground beef or turkey.
- Swap taco shells for lettuce wraps for a low-carb option.
- Add avocado or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg