Mini Baked Chicken Tacos
Mini baked chicken tacos are an exciting and flavorful twist on a classic favorite, perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized treats feature crispy corn tortillas filled with seasoned ground chicken, savory spices, and fresh ingredients. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up these delicious tacos that are not only fun to eat but also easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, these mini tacos will surely delight everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 mini tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 12 mini corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground chicken to the pan, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the mixture and stir well. Add diced tomatoes and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Warm tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and shredded cheese, folding gently.
- Place filled tortillas in a greased muffin tin or baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini tacos (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg