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Crispy Chicken Tacos

Crispy Chicken Tacos

Craving something delicious? The ultimate comfort food, Crispy Chicken Tacos are packed with flavor and texture. These easy weeknight tacos are loaded with juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and melted cheese, making them a perfect dinner option to satisfy your cravings tonight!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil Plus more for the pan.
  • 1 pound Ground chicken
  • ½ medium White onion Diced.
  • 1 medium Red bell pepper Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ cup Taco sauce
  • 8 pieces Corn tortillas Warmed.
  • 1½ cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • to taste Hot sauce
  • to taste Shredded lettuce
  • to taste Lime wedges
  • to taste Guacamole

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Brush a baking sheet with oil.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add in the ground chicken, onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Cook, breaking up the chicken into small pieces, until browned.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and Kosher salt. Cook until fragrant, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the Taco sauce until mixed well. Remove from the heat.
  5. Line your tortillas up on your sheet pan. Evenly divide the shredded cheese between the tortillas. Top with the filling. Fold the tacos and gently press so they stay folded. Brush the top side of the tortilla with oil.
  6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crispy. Serve with desired toppings such as hot sauce, shredded lettuce, lime wedges, and guacamole.

Notes

  • Tip 1: For extra crispy tacos, broil for the last minute. Watch closely!
  • Tip 2: Nutritional information does not include optional toppings.