Description
These Super Bowl Chicken Tacos are a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender taco-seasoned chicken breasts seared and baked to perfection, then shredded and assembled in warm tortillas with fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, cilantro, and sour cream. Perfect for a game day snack or quick dinner, they come together in just 40 minutes and serve 4 people.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings and Assembly
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with taco seasoning, ensuring full coverage for maximum flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake the Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) to ensure it’s fully cooked and juicy.
- Rest and Shred: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes to redistribute the juices. Then shred the chicken using two forks until it’s in bite-sized strips perfect for tacos.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm the tortillas, then fill each with shredded chicken. Top with diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream to your liking.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately while warm and enjoy a delicious, satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- Use either flour or corn tortillas according to your preference or dietary needs.
- For spicier tacos, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the toppings.
- If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear the chicken in a pan and transfer to a baking dish before baking.
- Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and used in salads or other dishes.
