Baked Blackened Chicken Tacos Recipe

Name: Baked Blackened Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Large Beefsteak Tomato, Seeded And Chopped; 1/2 Red Onion, Chopped; 1 Small Bell Pepper, Seeded And Chopped; 2 Jalapeno Peppers (seeded And Chopped); 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn, Drained; 1 Large Avocado Peeled, Pitted And Chopped; 1 Lime, Juiced; 1/4 cups Cilantro, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Chili Powder; 2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika; 2 Tablespoons Cumin; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, More If You Like It Spicy; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1 teaspoon Olive Oil; 1 pound Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts; 18 Crunchy Corn Taco Shells; 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese

Servings: persons

1 Large Beefsteak Tomato, Seeded And Chopped
1/2 Red Onion, Chopped
1 Small Bell Pepper, Seeded And Chopped
2 Jalapeno Peppers (seeded And Chopped)
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Corn, Drained
1 Large Avocado Peeled, Pitted And Chopped
1 Lime, Juiced
1/4 cups Cilantro, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Chili Powder
2 Tablespoons Smoked Paprika
2 Tablespoons Cumin
1 teaspoon Salt
1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper, More If You Like It Spicy
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 pound Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breasts
18 Crunchy Corn Taco Shells
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese

1
For the relish: Mix all ingredients.
2
Cover and refrigerate 1 hour to blend flavors.
3
For the chicken: Add the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, garlic powder, cayenne and black pepper to a small bowl and mix well.
4
Pound the chicken with a meat tenderizer.
5
Rub each piece generously with seasoning mixture.
6
In a skillet, heat the oil.
7
Add the chicken and cook each side about 5 minutes or until done.
8
It will be blackened.
9
Remove from pan to cool.
10
Once cool enough to handle shred with two forks.
11
Fill taco shells with chicken and set upright in oven-proof pan.
12
You can use two 13 x 9 dishes or one large cookie sheet.
13
Sprinkle with cheese and bake at 350 degrees F for 510 minutes.
14
Top each taco with the relish and serve.

1013

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Large Beefsteak Tomato, Seeded And Chopped, 1/2 Red Onion, Chopped, 1 Small Bell Pepper, Seeded And Chopped, 2 Jalapeno Peppers (seeded And Chopped), and more.

Yes, Baked Blackened Chicken Tacos falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Blackened Chicken Tacos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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