How to Make Microwave Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you craving a quick and easy meal that is also delicious and satisfying? Look no further than microwave tacos! This recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry. With just a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can have a tasty and filling meal in no time.

Traditional tacos are typically made by cooking meat on the stove and then assembling the tacos with various toppings. While this method certainly yields delicious result...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup water
  • 8 medium taco shells, warmed
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • ¼ cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • taco sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Crumble the ground beef into a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish. Cover with glass lid. Cook in the microwave for 5 minutes on High. Drain, and stir in chili powder, salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper and water. Cover and return to the microwave. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes on High.
  • Fill each taco shell with about 2 tablespoons of the ground beef, then top with desired amounts of cheese, lettuce, onion, tomato and taco sauce.
  • Nutrition

    321 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 71mg
    • Sodium: 503mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 275mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 259mg