Description

Mini baked chicken tacos are a quick and flavorful twist on the classic taco. With perfectly seasoned shredded chicken wrapped in crunchy mini tortillas and baked until golden, these bite-sized tacos are perfect for a weeknight dinner, game day snacks, or a fun party appetizer.

Ingredients

2 cups cooked, shredded chicken

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup salsa

1 teaspoon chili powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon cumin

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

12 mini taco shells

Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)

Sour cream (for serving, optional)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Place the mini taco shells on a baking sheet.
Spoon the seasoned chicken mixture into each taco shell, filling them about halfway.
Top each taco with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the taco shells are crispy.
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve with sour cream and enjoy!

Notes

Spicy Kick: Add some diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture for an extra layer of heat.
Vegetarian Version: Swap the chicken for black beans or roasted vegetables to make a vegetarian version.
Taco Supreme: Top your tacos with your favorite taco toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, or diced onions.
Cheese Options: Try swapping the cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or a spicy queso blend.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 150
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 25mg