Description
These Baked Chicken Tacos are a quick and delicious way to enjoy flavorful shredded chicken wrapped in crispy corn tortillas, topped with melty cheese and your favorite fresh salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro. Perfect for a party or family meal, they bake to crispy perfection in under 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb. cooked, seasoned shredded chicken
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated Colby-Jack cheese
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated Pepper-Jack cheese
- 20 street taco corn tortillas
Toppings
- Salsa
- Diced tomato
- Guacamole
- Sour cream
- Cilantro
For Baking
- Olive oil or olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Tortillas: Lay the tortillas flat on the prepared baking sheets. Lightly brush both sides of each tortilla with olive oil or spray with olive oil cooking spray to help them crisp up during baking.
- Assemble Tacos: Place about two tablespoons of the shredded seasoned chicken down the center of each tortilla. Top the chicken with two heaping tablespoons of freshly grated Colby-Jack and Pepper-Jack cheese combined.
- Initial Bake: Bake the assembled tortillas in the preheated oven for about 2 minutes, or just until the cheese begins to melt.
- Form Taco Shape: Carefully remove the tortillas from the oven and fold each in half, pressing gently to form the classic taco shape.
- Crisp Tacos: Return the folded tacos to the baking sheets and bake for an additional 12 to 14 minutes, or until the corn tortillas turn crispy on the outside.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with salsa, diced tomato, guacamole, sour cream, and cilantro as desired.
Notes
- Using freshly grated cheese helps it melt better and improves flavor.
- For extra crispiness, make sure to brush the tortillas evenly with olive oil on both sides.
- You can substitute chicken with other cooked proteins like beef or tofu based on dietary preference.
- Adjust toppings according to your taste, adding jalapeños or hot sauce for some heat.
- These tacos are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven to maintain crispness.
