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Baked Chicken Tacos in 30 Minutes

Baked Chicken Tacos in 30 Minutes for Effortless Family Fun

Enjoy delicious Baked Chicken Tacos in 30 minutes, a family-friendly recipe that's quick and versatile.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces small corn tortillas or flour tortillas if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon cooking spray for spraying tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken can substitute with ground turkey or beef
  • 1 cup Mexican-style shredded cheese or sharp cheddar
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chiles drained
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning homemade is also an option
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or lemon juice

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with tortillas sprayed lightly with cooking spray.
  2. Mix shredded chicken, drained Rotel tomatoes, taco seasoning, and lime juice in a medium bowl until combined.
  3. Layer half of the shredded cheese on tortillas, add the chicken mixture, and top with the remaining cheese.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is golden-brown and tortillas are crispy.
  5. Let cool slightly before serving with toppings like lettuce, diced tomatoes, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos are versatile; swap fillings or toppings to cater to your family's tastes.

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