Baked Chicken Tacos With Avocado Sauce
These delicious baked chicken tacos are super easy and simple to make and are served with homemade avocado sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cilantro chopped
- 2 tablespoon Lime juice
- 8 Soft shell tortillas
- 1 tablespoon Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Dried oregano
- ⅓ teaspoon Dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Chili flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180c (350f) and prepare a 13 by 9 dish on the side. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a baking dish and coat them evenly with the taco seasoning and olive oil.
- Bake the chicken in a 180c (350f) preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked through. Don’t overcook it so the chicken will remain juicy.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before shredding it using two forks.
- Preheat the oven to 200c (400f). Place the tortillas on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and fill each tortilla with the shredded baked chicken and cheese.
- Bake in a preheated oven for 2 minutes until the cheese is melted, then fold each taco in half and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until the shells are crispy and slightly browned.
- Once the tacos are done baking, serve them hot with sour cream, cilantro, salsa, and a drizzle of homemade avocado sauce on top.
Notes
- Use a combination of shredded cheese like cheddar or Monterey Jack to add richness and creaminess to your tacos.
- Preheat your oven before assembling the tacos to ensure they cook evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Layer the shredded chicken evenly on each taco shell to ensure every bite is packed with delicious flavor.
- Make these tacos your own and top your tacos with your favorite fresh ingredients like diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, and chopped cilantro for added freshness and texture.
- Consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of salsa on top before baking for extra moisture and flavor.
- Keep an eye on your tacos while they bake to prevent them from becoming too crispy or drying out.
- Serve your chicken tacos hot out of the oven with a side of lime wedges for squeezing over the top for a burst of citrusy freshness.
- Enjoy your homemade tacos with your favorite sides like Mexican rice, refried beans, or a crisp green salad for a complete meal that's sure to satisfy!
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 22gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 734mgPotassium: 323mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 577IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 386mgIron: 2mg
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