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Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos

Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos: A Crunchy Twist on Taco Night

Enjoy these Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos, a healthier and exciting dinner option that everyone will love!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can swap for ground beef, turkey, or pork
  • 1 medium Sweet Onion Yellow or white onions work well
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or garlic puree
  • 1 can Chopped Green Chiles Omit for milder filling
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Ensure it's fresh for best flavor
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Optional
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Can substitute with other herbs
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Coriander can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can switch to parsley
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice Fresh juice is best
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Assembly
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend Can substitute with cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Flour or corn, warm before use

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and coat a baking sheet with canola oil or parchment paper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken, diced sweet onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until browned and onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in chopped green chiles, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and ground cumin. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in fresh cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then incorporate shredded cheese.
  5. Spread the chicken filling over one half of each tortilla, sprinkle cheese on top, and fold to seal. Repeat for all tortillas.
  6. Place assembled tacos on the baking sheet, brush with remaining oil, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve the tacos warm with toppings like pico de gallo, guacamole, lettuce, and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are a healthier twist on traditional fried tacos and can be customized with various proteins and toppings.

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