Chicken Taco Meat Tacos Recipe

Name: Chicken Taco Meat Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 taco shells; 1 bag Chicken Taco Meat (thawed if frozen), recipe follows; 1 head green lettuce, thinly sliced; 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped; 1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack cheese; 1 cup sour cream; Hot sauce, as needed; Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish; Lime wedges, for squeezing; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 6 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 tablespoon cumin; Salt; One 14-ounce can tomato sauce

Servings: persons

16 taco shells
1 bag Chicken Taco Meat (thawed if frozen), recipe follows
1 head green lettuce, thinly sliced
6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 cups grated Cheddar-Jack cheese
1 cup sour cream
Hot sauce, as needed
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Lime wedges, for squeezing
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
Salt
One 14-ounce can tomato sauce

1
Warm the taco shells in the oven according to the package instructions.
2
Heat the Chicken Taco Meat in a skillet until piping hot.
3
Pile up the warm shells with: sliced lettuce, Chicken Taco Meat, chopped tomatoes, grated Cheddar-Jack and sour cream.
4
Top with hot sauce and garnish with chopped cilantro.
5
Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.
6
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and heat until hot.
7
Add the chicken in batches and cook, browning, a couple minutes per side; remove the chicken to a plate using a slotted spoon.
8
Add the garlic and onions to the skillet and cook briefly.
9
Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin and salt to taste.
10
Pour in the tomato sauce and 2 cups water to create a broth.
11
Add the chicken back to the skillet.
12
Bring to a boil, then simmer until the broth is reduced by half.
13
Let cool, divide among 4 freezer bags and freeze.
14
Yield: 4 freezer bags (16 to 20 servings).

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 taco shells, 1 bag Chicken Taco Meat (thawed if frozen), recipe follows, 1 head green lettuce, thinly sliced, 6 Roma tomatoes, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Taco Meat Tacos 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.

Chicken Taco Meat Tacos

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