Description
Smash Chicken Tacos are a delightful twist on your traditional taco night! These flavorful tacos feature seasoned ground chicken smashed into mini tortillas, making them perfect for any gathering or a quick weeknight dinner. With just a handful of ingredients, including fresh lime juice and taco seasoning, they burst with flavor and can be customized to suit everyone’s taste. Add your favorite toppings like creamy avocado or zesty salsa for an irresistible meal that both kids and adults will love. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up these delicious Smash Chicken Tacos that are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 packet taco seasoning (about 2 and 1/2 tablespoons)
- 3 teaspoons fresh lime juice
- 4 mini taco tortillas
- Olive oil
- Optional toppings: queso fresco, chopped lettuce, chipotle mayo
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and lime juice. Mix until well combined. Divide the mixture into four equal balls.
- Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add two chicken balls at a time and flatten each one with a spatula. Cook for about 3 minutes until browned.
- Carefully flip the smash tacos and place a mini tortilla on top of each flattened ball. Press down lightly with the spatula and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Flip the tacos again so the tortilla is flat on the pan and ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Top with cheese and cook for an additional 90 seconds before transferring to a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh ingredients like herbs or salsas as toppings. To make it gluten-free, opt for gluten-free tortillas and seasoning. Feel free to substitute ground turkey or beef if desired.