Description
Baked Chicken Tacos are a delightful twist on taco night, transforming ordinary meals into a flavor-packed fiesta. These tacos feature crispy corn tortillas filled with tender, seasoned shredded chicken and gooey cheese, topped with fresh veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, everyone can customize their own tacos to suit their tastes. Get ready to impress family and friends with this simple yet crowd-pleasing recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 soft corn tortillas
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 avocado, diced
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning; place in the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let the chicken cool slightly, then shred it using two forks and mix in extra taco seasoning if desired.
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave; fill each with shredded chicken and top with cheese.
- Return tacos to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 230g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Swap chicken for ground turkey or plant-based proteins for variations. Add beans or extra spices like cumin for enhanced flavor. Top with guacamole, sour cream, or fresh cilantro for a personal touch.