Description
A quick Mexican meal with juicy oven-baked chicken, zesty seasoning, warm tortillas, and fresh toppings. Ready in 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners with a balance of convenience and flavor.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
8 large flour or corn tortillas
2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
2 cloves minced or granulated garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 lime (for juice and garnish; optional)
2 avocados (optional for guacamole or topping)
1 small white or red onion
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure even browning
Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to make four thinner pieces
In a small bowl, combine taco seasoning and minced garlic
Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly
Place seasoned chicken pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet
Roast for 15–20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F
Warm tortillas in oven or on stove until pliable
Fill tortillas with roasted chicken, salsa, and optional toppings like guacamole or lime
Notes
Substitute chicken thighs for darker meat
For a lower-carb option, use lettuce wraps or keto tacos
Avocado oil is a great alternative to olive oil
Add toppings like chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or shredded lettuce
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg