Crispy Baked Chicken Tacos

Recipe adapted from Damn Delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 TBSP canola oil, divided
• 1 lb. ground chicken
• 1 medium sweet onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (4.5-oz.) can chopped green chiles
• 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
• 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
• 1/4 c. chopped fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 TBSP freshly squeezed lime juice
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 1/2 c. shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
• 8 flour or corn tortillas, warmed
• Toppings: lettuce, tomato, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, etc.

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add ground chicken, onion and garlic, and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes, making sure to crumble the chicken as it cooks; drain excess fat.
3. Stir in green chiles, chili powder, paprika, oregano and cumin until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
4. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro and lime juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in 1 cup cheese until well combined.
5. Working one at a time, spread chicken mixture on half of the tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon cheese, folding over to seal. Repeat with remaining tortillas to make 8 tacos.
6. Place tacos in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with remaining 1 1/2 TBSP canola oil.
7. Place into oven and bake until toasted and crispy, about 12-15 minutes.
8. Serve immediately with desired toppings.

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