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4) Sheet-Pan BBQ Canned Chicken Tacos

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 12.5 oz cans shredded chicken, drained
  • 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro optional
  • Lime wedges and sour cream for serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a sheet pan with foil and lightly oil it.
  2. Toss canned chicken with barbecue sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Spread chicken, sliced onion, and bell pepper on the sheet pan in an even layer.
  4. Roast 12–15 minutes until edges caramelize and veggies soften; stir once halfway through.
  5. Warm tortillas in the oven 1–2 minutes at the end, then top with chicken mix and sprinkle cheese.
  6. Fold tacos, add cilantro, lime, and sour cream to taste, and serve immediately.