Description
Juicy baked chicken thighs seasoned with smoky taco spices, shredded and served in warm tortillas with fresh veggies. A high-protein, low-carb twist on classic tacos that’s easy to customize and perfect for clean eating.
Ingredients
1 lb (450g) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp lime zest
1 tbsp olive oil
4 low-carb or whole wheat tortillas
Toppings (lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, lime wedges, salsa, cilantro)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Pat chicken thighs dry and place on a baking sheet
Mix smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime zest in a small bowl
Brush olive oil over chicken and evenly coat with spice mixture
Bake for 50-55 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and skin is golden
Let rest for 10 minutes, then shred chicken with two forks
Warm tortillas in oven if frozen or wrap in damp paper towel and microwave
Assemble tacos with chicken, desired toppings, and extra lime juice
Notes
Use bone-in thighs for juicier results
Adjust spice levels by adding more chili powder or using mild taco seasoning
Omit tortillas for a low-carb version using lettuce wraps instead
Store leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 55
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (with 1 tortilla)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 85mg