Description
Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos are the ultimate weeknight delight, bringing together crunchy tortillas filled with juicy, seasoned chicken and vibrant fresh toppings. These baked tacos offer a healthier twist on a classic favorite, making them perfect for any day of the week. With every bite, you’ll enjoy an explosion of flavors and textures that will keep everyone coming back for more. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, they are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (your choice)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Mix taco seasoning with olive oil until it forms a paste; coat chicken thoroughly.
- Bake chicken in the prepared dish for 25-30 minutes or until juices run clear. Let rest for five minutes before shredding.
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet until slightly crispy but pliable.
- Assemble tacos by layering shredded chicken, cheese, and fresh vegetables on each tortilla.
- Drizzle with hot sauce and top with sour cream or Greek yogurt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg