30-Minute Crispy Chicken Tacos
Indulge in the flavors of our 30-Minute Crispy Chicken Tacos, a delightful dish that brings your family together for a quick yet satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings, these tacos boast a crispy exterior filled with savory shredded chicken and melted cheese. In just half an hour, you can create a batch of these delicious tacos that everyone will love to dip into their favorite salsa, guacamole, or queso. With customizable toppings to suit every palate, they’re an ideal choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 5 tacos 1x
- Category: Lunch & Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups shredded chicken
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 10 corn tortillas
- 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chipotle chili powder (if using), and salsa; mix well.
- Warm corn tortillas in the microwave wrapped in damp paper towels for about 30–60 seconds.
- Brush one side of each tortilla with olive oil. On one half, layer cheese, chicken mixture, and more cheese before folding the tortilla.
- Arrange tacos on a baking sheet and bake for about 16 minutes until golden brown, flipping halfway through.
- Let rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg