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Colorful crispy mini baked chicken tacos arranged on a rustic white plate garnished with fresh cilantro and slices of lime, showing golden-brown shells, juicy chicken filling, melted cheese, and vibrant diced tomatoes and lettuce on top.

Quick and Tasty Mini Baked Chicken Tacos

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A simple and flavorful recipe for quick mini baked chicken tacos, packed with seasoned chicken, fresh toppings, and crispy shells, ready in 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 mini tacos

Ingredients

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  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly brush tortillas with olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.
  3. Mix cooked chicken with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Distribute seasoned chicken evenly onto tortillas.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over each taco.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until shells are crispy and cheese melts.
  7. Top with diced tomatoes, cilantro, and lettuce before serving.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Add sour cream or salsa for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately for best crunch.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg