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Colorful mini baked chicken tacos arranged on a rustic wooden platter, topped with fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of salsa, with a vibrant background and soft natural lighting highlighting the crispy tortillas and juicy chicken filling.

Fast and Tasty Mini Baked Chicken Tacos

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These mini baked chicken tacos are a delicious, quick meal option bursting with flavor. Crispy tortillas filled with seasoned chicken and topped with fresh ingredients make for a perfect snack or dinner in just 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tacos

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 12 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Spices: cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush tortillas lightly with olive oil and bake for 5 minutes until crispy.
  2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Fill each tortilla with seasoned chicken, shredded cheese, and diced tomatoes.
  4. Return tacos to oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until cheese melts and tortillas are golden.
  5. Top with lettuce, cilantro, onions, and salsa before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize toppings with sour cream, sliced jalapenos, or avocado.
  • Use pre-cooked chicken for faster preparation.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg