Name: Baked Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 10 tacos
Ingredients: 10 stand and stuff hard taco shells (regular hard shells will work, too); 2 cups cups, cooked, shredded chicken (I used the cooked, shredded rotisserie chicken that you can find near the deli section of your grocery store); 1 envelope (1 ounce) taco seasoning (any kind); 1 cup Pace® Chunky Salsa Medium; 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; Toppings: lettuce, diced tomato, black olives, sour cream, guacamole, etc.

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Baked Chicken Tacos are fast, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. With fresh ingredients and hardly any prep time, these tacos are perfect for when you want a no-fuss, flavorful dinner!

It’s time for tacos!

Let’s face it…it’s always time for tacos!

Especially oven baked chicken tacos, perfect for a busy weeknight! And if you’re already on the hunt for those #tacotuesday recipes, save this one, because it’s a winner!

Have you ever had baked tacos before? It’s a game-changer, friends!

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After stocking up on Pace® Chunky Salsa Medium and Pace® Medium Picante Sauce, I headed up for my latest (and greatest) dinner recipe.

Baked Chicken Tacos are fast, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. With fresh ingredients and hardly any prep time, these tacos are perfect for when you want a no-fuss, flavorful dinner!

Oven baked chicken tacos may sound a little strange, but trust me, once you try these, you’ll never go back to the regular way of making them.

Not only is this baked chicken taco recipe perfect to feed a crowd, but it’s a breeze to whip up, too. From fresh, shredded chicken, cheese (lots of cheese!), Pace® Chunky Salsa Medium, and all of those tasty toppings, this dish is ready in less than 30 minutes.

How about that for an easy weeknight dinner? These are the best chicken tacos and I think you’ll agree!

How to make Baked Chicken Tacos:

To start, combine some shredded, cooked chicken, tacos seasoning, and salsa in a bowl.
Spoon the chicken mixture into hard taco shells.
Top with shredded cheese and then bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Remove from the oven, add your toppings of choice, and serve.

Some tips for making Baked Chicken Tacos:

I used the pre-shredded, already cooked rotisserie chicken that you can find near the deli section of your grocery store for ease. This way, you can skip the step of cooking and shredding your own chicken! However, you can cook and shred (or dice) your own chicken, if you prefer.
Make sure that the chicken, taco seasoning, and salsa is mixed well and not too liquidy, otherwise it will make the taco shells soggy.
I used the stand and stuff hard taco shells for these shredded chicken tacos. Regular hard shells will work, too, they just won’t stand on its own outside of the baking dish.

Variations of Baked Chicken Tacos:

Swap out the chicken! Ground beef, shredded pork, or chorizo would be delicious in these tacos.
Use different cheese! Swap the sharp cheddar cheese for a Mexican blend, mozzarella, feta, or queso.
Toss in some sautéed onions, green and/or red peppers with the chicken to give it an extra zip!

Have I convinced you to try these chicken tacos in the oven yet? Whether you’re hosting a party, feeding your family, or looking for a new twist on taco night, this baked chicken taco recipe is sure to become a favorite!