Baked Taco Sandwich

Turn your taco night into an irresistible handheld delight with this Baked Taco Sandwich recipe! Perfectly seasoned ground beef (or turkey) is tucked into hoagie rolls brushed with garlic butter, then baked with melted cheddar cheese for a golden, crunchy finish. This Tex-Mex-inspired sandwich is topped with all your favorite taco fixings—cool sour cream, juicy diced tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and optional kicky jalapeños—for a fresh, flavor-packed bite in every mouthful. Ready in just 35 minutes and customizable to your liking, this recipe combines the best of tacos and sandwiches for a satisfying meal the whole family will devour. Plus, the oven-baked preparation makes it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 0.5 cup Water
• 4 Hoagie rolls (or small baguettes)
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend cheese)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Shredded lettuce
• 0.25 cup Sliced jalapeños (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (softened)
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens. Set aside.

Step 4

Slice each hoagie roll in half lengthwise, leaving one side attached like a hinge. Gently hollow out some of the bread from the center to create space for the filling.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with garlic powder. Spread the garlic butter mixture on the outside of each hoagie roll for extra flavor.

Step 6

Place the hoagie rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Fill each roll with a generous portion of the taco meat.

Step 7

Top the taco meat with shredded cheddar cheese, distributing evenly across all rolls.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bread is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the sandwiches from the oven and let them cool slightly.

Step 10

Top each sandwich with sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and optional sliced jalapeños. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Baked Taco Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1630.7 grams (1630.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3467

Total Fat 217.70g	279%
Saturated Fat 116.30g	582%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 722mg	241%
Sodium 3915mg	170%
Total Carbohydrate 212.50g	77%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 27.60g
Protein 172.40g	345%

Vitamin D 66IU	330%
Calcium 2033mg	156%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 2399mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.0%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 24.3%