Description
These Baked Chicken Tacos are a quick and delicious way to enjoy flavorful shredded chicken wrapped in crispy corn tortillas, melted cheese, and a variety of tasty toppings. Perfect for a casual dinner or party snack, they combine the smoky richness of seasoned chicken with a blend of Colby-jack and Pepper-Jack cheeses, all baked to crispy perfection in the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Filling
- 1 lb. cooked, seasoned shredded chicken
Cheese
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated Colby-jack cheese
- 1 ½ cups freshly grated Pepper-Jack cheese
Tortillas
- 20 street taco corn tortillas
- Olive oil or olive oil cooking spray, for brushing
Toppings
- Salsa, as desired
- Diced tomato, as desired
- Guacamole, as desired
- Sour cream, as desired
- Cilantro, fresh, as desired
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Heat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare tortillas: Lay the corn tortillas flat on the prepared baking sheets. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil or spray them with olive oil cooking spray for even crispiness during baking.
- Add filling and cheese: Spoon approximately two tablespoons of the cooked, seasoned shredded chicken down the center of each tortilla. Generously top each with two heaping tablespoons of a cheese blend made from freshly grated Colby-jack and Pepper-Jack cheeses.
- Initial baking: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake the tacos for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese just starts to melt.
- Fold and final bake: Remove the trays from the oven carefully. Gently fold each tortilla in half, pressing lightly to shape it into a taco. Return the tacos to the oven and bake for an additional 12 to 14 minutes, or until the corn tortillas are crispy and golden on the outside.
- Serve: Remove tacos from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of salsa, diced tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for garnish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, season the chicken with taco seasoning or your favorite spices before shredding.
- Brush tortillas lightly to avoid sogginess and ensure they bake up crispy.
- Adjust cheese quantity or type depending on personal preference or dietary needs.
- Serve immediately for the best crispiness, as tortillas may soften if left standing too long.
- Can be customized with additional toppings like jalapeños, onions, or shredded lettuce.
