Crispy Chicken Tacos That Will Transform Taco Night

Delight in crispy chicken tacos filled with juicy shredded chicken and tangy flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tacos

3 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie for convenience
2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime preferred
2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought
2 tablespoons Avocado Oil For greasing baking pan
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try pepper jack for extra kick
8 pieces Corn Tortillas Warm and pliable

For Serving

1 cup Jalapeño Ranch Creamy and spicy
Toppings Shredded Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, Pickled Red Onions

Equipment

Baking sheet
Mixing bowl
Microwave
Brush

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Crispy Chicken Tacos

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, lime juice, and taco seasoning.
Wrap corn tortillas in a clean kitchen towel and microwave for 45-60 seconds.
Generously grease your baking sheet with avocado oil.
Place a tortilla on your work surface, sprinkle a layer of cheese, add chicken mixture, and top with more cheese.
Fold the tortilla over the filling and brush the tops lightly with avocado oil.
Transfer tacos to the baking sheet and bake for 17-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Prepare the jalapeño ranch by mixing creamy ingredients and fresh jalapeños in a bowl.
Serve warm tacos with jalapeño ranch and your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tacos are perfect for weeknight dinners and can be customized with different fillings and toppings.

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