Description
These No-Fry Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos are the kind of easy recipe I love for a quick dinner when I want something crispy, cheesy, and full of bold flavor without dealing with a pan of hot oil. They are a perfect easy dinner, great for busy weeknights, simple family meals, and fun food ideas when I need quick dinner inspiration that still feels exciting.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup salsa or enchilada sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Warm the corn tortillas until flexible so they do not crack when folded.
3. In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, salsa or enchilada sauce, chopped onion, garlic powder, and cumin until fully combined.
4. Place a small layer of shredded cheese on one half of each tortilla.
5. Spoon the chicken mixture over the cheese, then top with a little more shredded cheese.
6. Fold each tortilla in half and arrange the tacos on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Lightly brush or spray the tops with olive oil.
8. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
9. Let the tacos cool for 2 minutes, then top with shredded lettuce and chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Do not overfill the tortillas, or they can split open and turn soggy instead of crisp in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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