Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos Recipe

Transform leftover chicken into a fiesta of flavor with this incredibly quick and refreshing taco recipe! Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe boasts a vibrant salsa and uses cool, leftover chicken for a light and surprisingly delicious twist on traditional tacos. Don't worry about reheating – the chilled chicken adds a unique freshness. Plus, we'll make extra salsa, perfect for dipping tortilla chips or pita crisps!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 344.3 kcal
Protein 58g
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Ingredients for Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos

  • 2 cups cooked chicken
  • fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • oregano
  • pineapple
  • cherry tomatoes
  • seedless cucumber
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • jalapeno peppers
  • lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • hot sauce
  • 8 taco shells
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 3 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

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How to Make Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos

  1. Finely dice the red onion (1/2 cup).
  2. Mince the garlic (2 cloves).
  3. Combine the diced red onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro (1/2 cup), lime juice (3 tablespoons), olive oil (2 tablespoons), cumin (1 teaspoon), chili powder (1/2 teaspoon), salt (1/2 teaspoon), and pepper (1/4 teaspoon) in a medium bowl. Mix well to create the salsa.
  4. Shred or chop your leftover cooked chicken (2 cups).
  5. Warm your tortillas according to package directions (you can microwave, pan-fry, or use a tortilla warmer).
  6. Fill each tortilla with the shredded chicken and top generously with the fresh salsa.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy! Leftover salsa is perfect with tortilla chips or pita crisps.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

29g

Fat

17g

Carbs

9g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos?

Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos?

Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos has approximately 344.3 calories per serving, with about 58 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 19 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos?

The key ingredients for Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos are Cooked Chicken, Fresh Lemon Juice, Chili Powder, Cumin, Oregano, Pineapple. See the full list with measurements above.

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