Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups Recipe

Spice up your next gathering with these vibrant Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups! This recipe transforms a simple taco kit into an impressive, crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal. Crispy baked tortilla cups are filled with a zesty chicken salad bursting with Mexican flavors. Easy to make and even easier to devour – get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 602.3 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups

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How to Make Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Remove tortillas, taco seasoning packet, taco sauce (1 ounce), and hot sauce (to taste) from a 1-package soft taco dinner kit.
  3. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
  4. Press or fold each tortilla into a muffin cup, forming a bowl shape. Lightly spray the tortilla bowls with cooking spray.
  5. Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. While the cups bake, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. Add 1 cup chopped bell pepper and 1/2 cup chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes, or until tender.
  8. Add 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced), taco sauce (1 ounce), hot sauce (to taste), taco seasoning packet, 1/4 cup water, and 2 tablespoons lime juice to the skillet.
  9. Stir to combine and cook for 10 minutes, or until heated through and the flavors have melded.
  10. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into the baked tortilla cups.
  11. Top with your favorite condiments, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, avocado, or salsa.
  12. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

20g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups?

Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups?

Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups has approximately 602.3 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups?

The key ingredients for Fiesta Chicken Taco Cups are Taco Shells, Red Bell Peppers, Onion, Vegetable Oil, Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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