Baked Rolled Tacos Recipe

Satisfy even the biggest appetites with these incredibly filling and budget-friendly baked rolled tacos! Packed with protein-rich beans, textured vegetable protein (TVP), and hearty brown rice, these are a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional tacos. Perfect for meal prepping – enjoy tonight, pack for lunch tomorrow, and freeze half for another day! Customize with your favorite veggies like bell peppers and carrots for added nutrition and flavor. This recipe is a win for your wallet and your waistline!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 341.3 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Rolled Tacos

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onion
  • 1 cup shredded 2% sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice (optional)
  • 1/2 cup prepared TVP (textured vegetable protein) (optional)
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (optional)
  • Canola cooking spray
  • Taco sauce (optional topping)
  • Guacamole (optional topping)
  • Sour cream (optional topping)

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How to Make Baked Rolled Tacos

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large saucepan, mash the pinto beans with a potato masher.
  3. Add the shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, minced garlic, enchilada sauce, and water to the beans.
  4. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook until all liquid is absorbed (about 10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally. If the mixture is too liquidy, strain it through a cheesecloth.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese and the chopped onion.
  6. Stir in the cooked brown rice and prepared TVP and optional chopped vegetables.
  7. To prevent cracking, prepare the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp kitchen towel and placing them in a metal colander set over a pan of simmering water for about 5-10 minutes, or until softened and pliable.
  8. Place about 1/4 cup of the filling lengthwise onto each tortilla.
  9. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, tucking in the sides as needed.
  10. Place the rolled tacos seam-side down on a greased baking sheet.
  11. Lightly spray the tacos with canola cooking spray.
  12. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the taco shells are crispy and golden brown.
  13. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
  14. Bake for another 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  15. Serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as taco sauce, guacamole, and/or sour cream.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

11g

Carbs

16g