Spice up your mealtime with these irresistibly delicious Baked Chicken Tacos. Packed with flavorful chicken, melted cheese, and customizable toppings, these tacos are perfect for a family dinner or a fun get-together.
Easy to prepare and even more enjoyable to eat, they’re sure to become a new favorite in your household.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 10 tacos
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. cooked chicken, shredded (Rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 10 Stand and Stuff Taco Shells (e.g., Old El Paso brand)
- 1 oz. Taco Seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 can (4.5 oz.) Green Chiles, chopped and fully drained
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, fully drained
- 8 oz. Refried Beans (about 1/2 can)
- 2 cups Mexican Blend Cheese, shredded
- Toppings: sliced jalapenos, sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, shredded lettuce, or other favorites
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the Onion: In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until clear and aromatic.
- Add Chicken and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded chicken, taco seasoning, drained tomatoes, and green chiles. Combine well and let the mixture simmer for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Bake the Taco Shells: Place the taco shells standing up in the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes to crisp them up. Remove from the oven afterward.
- Assemble the Tacos: Spoon 1 tablespoon of refried beans into the bottom of each taco shell. Layer the chicken mixture on top, then generously sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake the Tacos: Return the tacos to the oven and bake for an additional 7 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the edges of the taco shells are slightly browned.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Garnish the baked tacos with your chosen toppings like jalapenos, sour cream, cilantro, and salsa. Serve hot and enjoy