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Tex-Mex Chicken Tortilla Cups

Delightful bite-sized treats filled with shredded chicken, cheese, black beans, and veggies, all nestled in crispy tortilla shells. Perfect for parties or as a tasty snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 10 small tortillas

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cheese, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, chopped green onions, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together until evenly mixed.
  3. Lightly grease a muffin tin. Take the small tortillas and press them into the cups of the muffin tin to form little bowls.
Baking
  1. Fill each tortilla cup generously with the chicken mixture and ensure not to overfill.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until tortillas are crispy and cheese is melted.
  3. Serve warm and enjoy your Tex-Mex Chicken Tortilla Cups!

Notes

For best results, ensure the muffin tin is well-greased, and bake until crispy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.