Baked Chicken Tacos
Baked Chicken Tacos combine the irresistible crunch of taco shells with tender, seasoned chicken, making them the perfect choice for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. These flavorful tacos are easily customizable to suit everyone’s taste buds, topped with gooey cheese and fresh veggies. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (about 1.5 lb)
- 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
- 12 Taco Shells (hard or soft)
- 1 cup Fresh Veggies (chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with taco seasoning and massage spices into the meat.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked (internal temp should reach 165°F). Let rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
- Fill taco shells with shredded chicken and top generously with cheese.
- Bake filled tacos for an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese melts.
- Serve hot with preferred toppings like sour cream or guacamole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg