Easy Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Tacos Recipe
Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos are a family favorite for Taco Tuesday and a beloved tradition in many households, offering a delicious and easy weeknight dinner everyone loves.
Servings: 8 tacos
Calories: 298kcal
Ingredients
- 8 stand-up taco shells
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ pounds chicken, cooked and cubed or shredded
- ¼ cup water
- 5 ounces chopped green chiles, drained
- 3 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
- 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, finely diced
- ½ cup sliced jalapenos, deseeded and finely diced
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the shells in a 9" x 13-inch baking dish lightly sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Add oil to a skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the chicken, and cook for about 4-5 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the water, green chiles, and taco seasoning, stir to combine, and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the water has evaporated.
- Add the filling mixture to the taco shells.
- Top with the black beans and cheese.
- Place the tacos back in the oven and cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
- Remove from the oven, and before serving, top with tomatoes, jalapenos, and sour cream or your favorite toppings.
Notes
You can use a purchased taco seasoning mix or make your own. Purchased taco seasonings often come labeled mild, original, or hot. I use the original in this recipe, which is a little spicier than mild but not as spicy as hot.
Don't overcook the chicken, as it will become dry and tough. White meat cooks much faster than dark meat.
Don't assemble the tacos too far in advance; the taco shells will get soggy.
Serve baked chicken tacos immediately for the most crispy shells and best taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 375mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 406IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 2mg