Chicken Soft Tacos With Black Eyed Peas Recipe

Name: Chicken Soft Tacos With Black Eyed Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16-ounce) can black-eyed peas or black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/8 teaspoon chili pepper flakes; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided; 10 ounce skinless boneless chicken breast halves; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons vegetable broth; 5 whole wheat tortillas; 10 cup shredded romaine lettuce (about 8 ounces); 3 chopped tomatoes (about 14 ounces); 1 chopped red onion (about 4 ounces); 3 tablespoons (1 ounce) shredded Cotija cheese or low-fat mozzarella

Servings: persons

1 (16-ounce) can black-eyed peas or black beans, rinsed and drained
1/8 teaspoon chili pepper flakes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
10 ounce skinless boneless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons vegetable broth
5 whole wheat tortillas
10 cup shredded romaine lettuce (about 8 ounces)
3 chopped tomatoes (about 14 ounces)
1 chopped red onion (about 4 ounces)
3 tablespoons (1 ounce) shredded Cotija cheese or low-fat mozzarella

1
Place peas or beans in a medium saucepan with 3 cups of water and chili flakes; bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes, or until beans are tender. Remove from heat, and cool slightly, retaining cooking liquid.
2
Place bean mixture in a blender; pulse until beans are crushed but not pureed. Stir in cumin and 1 teaspoon of oregano. Transfer to bowl and set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
4
Place chicken breasts in a heatproof skillet. Drizzle lemon juice and broth over chicken. Sprinkle with remaining oregano. Cover pan and bake at 350u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes, or until juices run clear. Cool slightly; cut into thin strips or shred by hand.
5
Turn oven down to 200u00b0. Wrap tortillas with foil and place on baking sheet; bake for 15 minutes, or until warm and steamy.
6
Assemble tacos: Spread each tortilla with black eyed pea puree, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and diced onion. Add strips of chicken, sprinkle with cheese, and serve.

235

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16-ounce) can black-eyed peas or black beans, rinsed and drained, 1/8 teaspoon chili pepper flakes, 2 teaspoons ground cumin, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken Soft Tacos With Black Eyed Peas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Soft Tacos With Black Eyed Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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