Mini Chicken Fajita Taco Cones

Creating the ideal taco cone starts with the flour tortillas. A warm tortilla is essential for shaping, making it pliable and easy to mold into the cone shape required for your mini tacos.

Discover the joy of Mini Chicken Fajita Taco Cones, a playful twist on the classic taco! These fun, portable treats feature juicy chicken fajitas wrapped in crispy tortillas, combined with vibrant veggies and zesty spices. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, these customizable cones cater to all tastes and dietary preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this exciting and deliciously unique dish that’s sure to become a favorite!

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Ingredients

For the Chicken Fajita Filling:

1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 bell pepper (red, green, or yellow), sliced

1 medium onion, sliced

Juice of 1 lime

For the Taco Cones:

6 small flour tortillas (6-inch size)

Cooking spray or olive oil (for brushing)

Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, or salsa

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken Fajita Filling:

- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

- Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and browned.

- Add the sliced bell pepper and onion, stirring into the chicken. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and stir well. Remove from heat and set aside.

Create the Taco Cones:

- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

- Take each flour tortilla and place it in the oven for about 10 seconds just to make it pliable.

- Using your hands, gently form each tortilla into a cone shape, overlapping the edges and securing with a toothpick.

- Place the cones upright in a muffin tin to hold their shape while baking. If you don’t have a muffin tin, use crumpled aluminum foil to support the cones while baking.

- Lightly spray or brush the outside of the cones with cooking spray or olive oil, then sprinkle with a bit of salt.

Bake the Taco Cones:

- Bake the tortilla cones in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden and crisp.

- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before carefully removing the toothpicks.

Assemble the Taco Cones:

- Fill each taco cone with the chicken fajita filling, pressing down slightly to pack it in.

- Top generously with shredded cheese, and if desired, add fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Serve and Enjoy:

- Serve the Mini Chicken Fajita Taco Cones immediately while they are warm and crispy.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 30 minutes | 6 servings