14 Easy Taco Recipes You Won't Be Able To Forget

Most of us think of ground beef and shredded cheese when we think of tacos, but they can be so much more! This collection of taco recipes will change the way you look at tacos. From shredded chicken and slow cooker beef tacos to fun twists like chicken and waffles tacos or copycat Taco Bell Chicken Chalupa Supreme, you'll find delicious, unexpected flavors here to take your taco game to the next level.

Smash Burger Tacos

Close-up of three tacos filled with ground meat, melted cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, pickles, and a creamy sauce—reminiscent of a smash burger—with a few pieces of tomato and pickles scattered around. — Smash Burger Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Big Mac Smash Burger Tacos taste like the classic McDonald’s burger. The tortilla burger version is juicy with fresh toppings and a homemade tangy sauce.
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Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

Two tacos on a plate with sour cream, cheese and tomatoes. — Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Take your taco Tuesdays up a notch with these hearty slow-cooker beef tacos. They're super savory, easy to make, and perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
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Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos

Close-up of three soft tacos filled with shredded chicken, bell peppers, cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeño slices, and sour cream—perfect for quick weeknight dinners full of vibrant Mexican flavors. — Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Learn how to make the easiest Crockpot pulled chicken tacos that need just minutes of hands-on kitchen time to put together. Saucy, savory, and oh-so delicious.
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Easy Catfish Tacos

A fresh fish taco with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and cilantro on a colorful floral-patterned plate, wrapped in a homemade flour tortilla. — Easy Catfish Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

These Catfish Tacos make a delicious and balanced meal that’s great any night of the week. The juicy catfish filets pair so well with the Asian flavors of the salad kit. It’s a unique and tasty rendition of a classic taco!
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Mexican Tacos With Pork Carnitas (Slow Cooker)

Two carnitas on top of each other. — Mexican Tacos With Pork Carnitas (Slow Cooker). Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas makes the best Mexican tacos. The meat is so tasty and versatile to use to create meals such as tacos or burritos.
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Air Fryer Shredded Chicken Tacos

A plate with two open-faced tacos filled with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and chicken, accompanied by lime wedges. — Air Fryer Shredded Chicken Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Air fryer chicken tacos are the perfect easy weeknight dinner. Learn how to make fast shredded chicken to make the best air fryer tacos.
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Chicken And Waffle Tacos

These chicken and waffle tacos are a fun take on an old favorite. Crispy fried chicken is cradles in a waffle "shell" and topped with syrup.
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Big Mac Tacos

Close-up of three soft tacos filled with beans, shredded cheddar cheese, lettuce, onions, and pickles—perfect for fans looking for copycat recipes to recreate their favorite fast-food flavors at home. — Big Mac Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Big Mac tacos take all the flavor of a Big Mac and puts them in a taco shell! They're so good and so easy, they make the perfect easy dinner.
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Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Copycat

A plate of crunchy tacos filled with ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and topped with cheddar cheese is one of the best cheesy comfort foods. — Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch Copycat. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

This copycat Taco Bell cheesy gordita crunch recipe has all the delicious flavors of the original, but it's even better!
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Taco Bell Copycat Chicken Chalupa Supreme

Taco on counter. — Taco Bell Copycat Chicken Chalupa Supreme. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This Copycat Taco Bell Chicken Chalupa Supreme is even better than the original. This chicken chalupa recipe is so authentic and so good!
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Banana Split Tacos

A dessert taco with a crispy shell filled with sliced strawberries and banana, topped with whipped cream and chocolate chips. — Banana Split Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

These easy banana split tacos are so simple and delicious, they're the perfect dessert taco - or dessert period, they're sure to please.
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Smoked Chicken Tacos

Two chicken tacos topped with shredded cheese, lettuce, and sour cream, served on a white plate with a side of diced green onions from the best smokers. — Smoked Chicken Tacos. Photo credit: Kitchen Divas.

Smoked Chicken Tacos are flavorful chicken tacos that are healthy and so easy to make. Easy and kid friendly recipe.
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Taco Bar

Two hard shell tacos on a plate. — Taco Bar Menu. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Taco bar menu has the best hard shell taco recipe and a COMPLETE checklist with free ebook full of ingredients and ideas for home, a taco party or wedding.
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Smoked Pork Tacos

Three tacos filled with smoked shredded meat, diced tomatoes, red cabbage, and cilantro in crispy yellow corn shells. — Smoked Pork Tacos. Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This smoked pork tacos recipe is easy to make and so good. Smoke a pork butt or pork shoulder, shred it, and top pulled pork with your favorite taco toppings.
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