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20 Minute Mini Baked Chicken Tacos: An Incredible Essential Recipe


  • Author: Emma Carter
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound ground chicken
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 12 mini taco shells
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup diced tomatoes
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
– ½ cup sour cream
– 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Follow these simple steps to create your 20 Minute Mini Baked Chicken Tacos:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Then, add ground chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Season Chicken: Stir in the taco seasoning according to the packet instructions, ensuring it’s well mixed. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Arrange Taco Shells: Place the mini taco shells on a baking sheet.
5. Fill Shells: Spoon the seasoned chicken mixture evenly into each mini taco shell.
6. Add Cheese: Top the chicken with shredded cheddar cheese, allowing a generous amount.
7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts and is bubbly.
8. Prepare Toppings: While the tacos bake, prepare your toppings such as diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, and avocado slices.
9. Serve: Remove the tacos from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Set out all the toppings so everyone can customize their tacos.
10. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle some fresh cilantro on top for added flavor.

With these interactive steps, you’ll delight in the simplicity of creating these delicious mini tacos.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 tacos
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 23g