Best 2 Keto Chicken Taco Shells Recipes

KETO CHICKEN TACO SHELLS

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Yes, a shell made out of chicken! I wanted to make a no-carb taco shell and came up with this recipe and it's oh so tasty! Another plus is that your protein is already in the crust. Keto- friendly and gluten free. We topped ours with lettuce, onion, tomato, cheese, avocado, and salsa.

Provided by faith4keto kitchen

Categories Main Dish Recipes Taco Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (12.5 fl oz) can canned chicken breast (such as Trader Joe's®)
2 large eggs
½ cup shredded smoked Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drain the canned chicken thoroughly, getting as much moisture out as possible. Spread chicken on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until dried, about 10 minutes.
Transfer chicken to a bowl. Increase oven temperature to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Mix eggs, Cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning into the chicken.
Scoop 4 even mounds of the mixture onto the same baking sheet. Flatten into tortilla-sized circles.
Bake in the preheated oven until set, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 165.3 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 636.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

LOW-CARB KETO CHEESE TACO SHELLS

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Try these cheese taco shells made from baked Cheddar cheese and shaped into a taco; these are a great gluten-free, low-carb, and keto option.

Provided by Fioa

Categories Main Dish Recipes Taco Recipes

Time 28m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 1

Ingredients

2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Wrap the handle of a wooden spoon with aluminum foil. Balance between 2 tall cans.
Spread Cheddar cheese on the prepared baking sheets into four 6-inch circles placed 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese melts and is lightly brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Lift with a spatula and drape over the wrapped wooden handle; cool until set, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.7 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 59.3 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 350.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

To make the chicken taco shells, you will need a muffin tin, parchment paper, and a rolling pin.
Use a food processor or blender to grind the chicken breasts into a fine mince.
Add the eggs, cheese, and seasonings to the chicken mince and mix well.
Form the chicken mixture into 12 balls and place them in the muffin tin lined with parchment paper.
Use a rolling pin to flatten the chicken balls into thin rounds.
Bake the chicken taco shells in a preheated oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Let the chicken taco shells cool for a few minutes before filling them with your favorite taco fillings.

Conclusion:

These keto chicken taco shells are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional taco shells. They are made with simple ingredients and are easy to make. You can fill them with your favorite taco fillings, such as ground beef, shredded chicken, or fish. These taco shells are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal that the whole family will enjoy.