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Crispy Baked Salsa Chicken Tacos.

These Crispy Baked Salsa Chicken Tacos are a flavor-packed weeknight dinner that everyone will love!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos:
  • 1.5 cups cooked, shredded chicken (from a rotisserie chicken or leftover)
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 3 tablespoons your favorite salsa
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Kosher salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 4-inch corn tortillas (warmed)
  • 1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • Pickled onions for topping
  • Cotija cheese for topping
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Cilantro for serving
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (quartered)
  • 1 sweet onion (diced)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 Juice of 1 lime
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Oven. Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This will ensure that your tacos are crispy and golden when they come out.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Mixture. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked, shredded chicken with the sour cream, salsa, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Mix until everything is well incorporated.
  3. Step 3: Assemble the Tacos. Take your warmed corn tortillas and fill each one with the chicken mixture. Place them seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Add Cheese. Sprinkle the freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese generously over the top of each taco.
  5. Step 5: Bake. Bake the tacos in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the tortillas are crispy.
  6. Step 6: Prepare the Toppings. In a small bowl, toss the quartered cherry tomatoes and diced sweet onion with chopped cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  7. Step 7: Serve and Enjoy! Top with pickled onions, crumbled cotija cheese, and the fresh tomato mixture. Serve with additional sour cream, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

  • Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Customize toppings with your favorite ingredients like jalapeños or avocado.
  • For a low-carb option, use lettuce wraps instead of tortillas.