Baked Chicken Tacos With Black Bean Salsa

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 4
Baked Chicken Tacos With Black Bean Salsa Recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cups water
8 whole grain tortillas
1 cup low-fat cheddar cheese , shredded
1 cup low-fat Mexican cheese blend , shredded
1 can black beans , drained
1 cup corn , cooked
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 cup chopped tomato , divided
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 cup lettuce , shredded
1 avocado , diced
1 cup light sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
370
Sugar
3g
Fat
10g
This recipe is a flavorful twist on classic chicken tacos that are usually fried. The chicken is baked and seasoned with taco seasoning, then shredded and stuffed in whole grain tortillas. The tacos are then topped with a black bean salsa made with black beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. The salsa adds a fresh and tangy flavor to the dish. These baked chicken tacos are perfect for a family dinner or a weekend get-together with friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.Season the chicken with taco seasoning and place them in a baking dish.
3.Pour the water over the chicken.
4.Bake the chicken in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
5.While the chicken is cooking, prepare the black bean salsa in a bowl by mixing the black beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, salt, lime juice, and half of the chopped tomatoes together. Set the bowl aside.
6.When the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before shredding it.
7.Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.
8.In a separate baking dish, place 8 whole grain tortillas.
9.Divide the shredded chicken evenly among the tortillas.
10.Add one tablespoon of the remaining chopped tomatoes to each tortilla.
11.Add a tablespoon of black bean salsa to each tortilla.
12.Sprinkle 1/8 cup of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese and 1/8 cup of shredded low-fat Mexican cheese blend over each taco.
13.Bake the tacos in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
14.Remove the tacos from the oven and sprinkle each with shredded lettuce and diced avocado on top.
15.Serve the tacos hot with a dollop of light sour cream on each and the remaining black bean salsa on the side.

PROS

This dish is a healthy option for taco lovers as it uses whole grain tortillas, low-fat cheddar, and shredded Mexican cheese blend.

The black bean salsa is high in fiber and protein, making it a great addition to this meal.

CONS

This recipe takes a little bit of time to prepare and bake.

It may not be suitable for those who are sensitive to spicy food as the taco seasoning adds a bit of heat to the dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are an excellent source of fiber, protein, and several vitamins and minerals including iron, magnesium, and potassium.
The chicken is a good source of lean protein and contains essential amino acids that our bodies need to function properly.
Whole grain tortillas are a healthier alternative to regular tortillas as they contain more fiber and nutrients.

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