If you have some chicken breasts, love Mexican food and not a lot of time, you can have an easy meal in about 30 minutes! While the chicken is in the oven, you can prep whatever you want to go with the chicken.
How to serve
There are so many different ways that you can use this recipe! Some ideas are:
- A Taco Salad
- On top of rice
- As a a burrito or taco
- Or simply by itself with a a yummy dip
Seasoning Options
You can use a packet of your favorite taco seasoning packet for this recipe.
Otherwise here is a recipe if you want to make your own!
Chicken Storage
Cooked chicken can be safely stored in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. It’s important to store it in an airtight container. If it smells or looks weird, it’s best to toss. Remember, when in doubt, throw it out!
Mexican Chicken Bites
Mexican flavored bite sized chicken. Perfect for burrito bowls, tacos or by itself.
Ingredients
- 3 lb Chicken Breast
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp Taco Seasoning See recipe notes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°.
- Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces, and place in a 9" x 13" glass baking dish.
- Add olive oil to chicken and mix with hands until thoroughly mixed.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until chicken temp reads 165°.
- Eat by itself or use as a topping for a taco salad in a taco.
Notes
You can use a packet of your favorite taco seasoning packet for this recipe.
Otherwise here is a recipe if you want to make your own!
Taco Seasoning in Bulk
Nutrition
Calories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 48gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1059mgPotassium: 839mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 993IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 2mg
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