Taco Seasoned Chicken is a Simple and Flavorful Dish prepared Shake & Bake Style that will surely satisfy your taste buds. This delectable recipe is incredibly easy to prepare and bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors. To complete your Taco Seasoned Chicken meal, serve it alongside some delicious sides. Think of warm Corn on the Cob, flavorful Mexican Rice, or a refreshing Avocado & Tomato salsa. The possibilities are endless!
Servings: 4 portions
Equipment
- 1 Broiler Pan
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Small Bowl and Brush for brushing the chicken with fat halfway through
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Quarters - thigh and leg separated
- 1 Pack Old El Paso Taco Seasoning
- 2 Tbl Corn Flour
- 2 tsp Sea Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 F with the rack in middle position. Combine the Corn Flour, Sea Salt and Taco Seasoning into a bowl and mix.
- Clean out the internal organs from the chicken backbone and trim the Chicken. Moisten the Chicken with Water or Oil. Toss each piece in the bowl with coating to coat the chicken. Remove and shake off any excess and place on the broiler pan. Repeat for each piece.
- Bake the Chicken for 25 minutes. Brush the Chicken with drippings or if there is not enough drippings, with a bowl of melted fat like butter, lard or neutral oil. Bake another 20 minutes. After 45 minutes, shut the heat off, but leave the Chicken in the oven for 15 - 20 minutes before serving.