Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos (4-Ingredients!) Recipe
These Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos are a simple and delicious 4-ingredient recipe perfect for a quick meal. Using flour tortillas filled with refried beans, shredded cooked chicken, and a Mexican cheese blend, then baked until golden and crispy, they offer a crunchy texture with satisfying flavors. They are easy to prepare, require minimal ingredients, and can be customized with your favorite dips or added spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 tacos
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 10 medium 7.5-inch flour tortillas
- 1 (15-oz) can refried beans
- 5 cups shredded cooked chicken (such as from a rotisserie chicken)
- 1 ¼ cups grated Mexican cheese blend
- Avocado cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Assemble Tacos: Spread 2 tablespoons of refried beans on one half of each tortilla. On top of the beans, add ¼ cup of shredded cooked chicken, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons of grated Mexican cheese blend over the chicken.
- Fold and Seal: Fold each tortilla in half over the fillings and press lightly to seal the edges. Lay the folded tortillas flat on the prepared baking sheets, making sure to arrange them with minimal overlap for even baking. Spray both sides of the tortillas with avocado cooking spray to promote browning and crispiness.
- Bake Tacos: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Then carefully flip each taco and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the tortillas are lightly browned and crispy.
- Serve: Allow the tacos to cool slightly before serving. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces such as salsa, creamy chipotle sauce, guacamole, or hot sauce if desired for added spice.
Notes
- Tortillas: Medium flour tortillas are used here, but you can substitute with low-carb or gluten-free tortillas depending on dietary preferences.
- Nutrition: Nutritional values will vary depending on the brands and types of beans and cheese used.
- Spice Level: These tacos are mild. For extra heat, add hot sauce, pickled jalapeños, or serve with spicy dips like chipotle sauce or salsa.
- Variations: For a different twist, try substituting the chicken with ground beef for crispy beef tacos.
