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Bite-sized Mini Tacos

Crispy Bite-sized Mini Tacos for Quick Flavorful Snacking

Delicious bite-sized Mini Tacos that promise quick flavorful snacking with options like seasoned chicken or hearty beans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas substitute with flour tortillas for a softer texture.
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken using seasoned leftovers enhances taste and saves time.
  • 1 cup Colby Jack Cheese experiment with pepper jack for a spicy twist!
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil cooking spray is a lighter alternative if desired.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream great for cooling down spicier toppings.
  • 1 cup Salsa choose your favorite variety or make it homemade!
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro garnish with lime juice for a zesty kick.
  • Optional Extras (like jalapeños or pickled onions) customize to your liking; these add an extra layer of flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bite-sized Mini Tacos
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Gather a baking sheet and prepare it for the corn tortillas.
  2. Arrange the corn tortillas on the baking sheet in a single layer. Coat each tortilla with olive oil.
  3. Place heaping tablespoons of seasoned shredded chicken on each tortilla and sprinkle shredded Colby Jack cheese on top.
  4. Bake for about 2 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  5. Carefully fold each tortilla in half to form the taco shape.
  6. Return the tacos to the oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Allow the tacos to cool for a couple of minutes before serving with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These Mini Tacos are perfect for quick snacking, gatherings, or busy weeknights. Customize toppings as desired.

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