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Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos





Serves 8 |
Crunchy, cheesy and absolutely delicious.
Ingredients:
| 2 1/2 tablespoons canola oil |
| 1 lb ground chicken |
| 3 cloves garlic, minced |
| 1/2 sweet onion, diced |
| 1 can chopped green chiles, 4.5 oz. |
| 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder |
| 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano |
| 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin |
| 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika |
| 1 tablespoon lime juice |
| 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves |
| Kosher salt, to taste |
| Ground black pepper, to taste |
| 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend |
| 8 tortillas, flour or corn |
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 425° F. Grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray.
- Pour 1 tablespoon of canola oil into a large skillet, bring to medium-high heat. Place the ground chicken, garlic, and onion into the skillet. Cook and break apart for 3-5 minutes, until evenly browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the green chiles, chili powder, oregano, cumin, and paprika to the chicken in the skillet. Stir and cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the lime juice, cilantro, salt and pepper. Then add 1 cup of the shredded cheese, stir until combined.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto one side of each tortilla. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the chicken. Fold over the tortilla.
- Arrange the tacos on the baking sheet. Brush the remaining canola oil over the tops.
- Place in the baking sheet in oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, until crispy.
- Remove the tacos from the oven. Garnish the tacos with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
| Cooking Method: | Stovetop, Bake |
| Main Ingredient: | Ground Chicken, Tortilla |
| Course: | Dinner |
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