No-Fry Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos
These No-Fry Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos are a quick, healthy comfort food option packed with flavor and perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use leftover rotisserie chicken or poach chicken breasts.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend recommended.
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas Choose corn for a gluten-free option.
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Homemade with cumin, chili powder, and onion powder for extra kick.
Toppings
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes Fresh preferred, canned works in winter.
- 1/4 cup chopped onions Optional for those who dislike onions.
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro Can omit if cilantro is disliked.
- to taste sour cream and salsa Essential for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with taco seasoning and mix well.
- On a baking sheet, place a tortilla, add a generous helping of chicken mixture, and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Gently fold the tortilla over the filling.
- Repeat until all tortillas and chicken are used.
Baking
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Serving
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before topping with diced tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Serve with sour cream and salsa.
Notes
For best results, don’t overcrowd the baking sheet. You can customize the recipe using different proteins or tortillas to suit dietary needs.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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