RICO RODRIGUEZ' MOM'S CHICKEN TACOS

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Rico Rodriguez' mom, Diane Rodriguez, shares this family-favorite recipe for chicken tacos. Shredded chicken gets smothered in a seasoned tomato sauce, then wrapped in a warm tortilla and topped with cheddar cheese.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
12 corn tortillas (6 inches) or taco shells, warmed
Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring just to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 170°. , Using tongs, remove chicken from pan; reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Cool chicken slightly. Shred when cool enough to handle., In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; cook and stir until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Stir in tomato sauce and seasonings; return to a boil. Stir in shredded chicken; heat through, stirring occasionally. Serve in tortillas with toppings, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

Ehiose Osagie
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These tacos were a hit with my family! The chicken was delicious and the tortillas were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Remon
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I'm always looking for new chicken taco recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. The chicken is so flavorful and juicy, and the tacos are very easy to make.


Sogoraka Sd
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I made these tacos for my family and they loved them! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the tortillas were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.


Harmony Juni
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tacos turned out great! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the flavors were delicious. I would definitely make these again.


Sele Popori
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These tacos were just okay. I found the chicken to be a bit dry and the tortillas were a bit too chewy.


Gianna Vallona
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I'm not a big fan of chicken tacos, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the tacos were very easy to make.


MD. MAHIM KHAN
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I made these tacos for my friends and they all loved them. They said they were the best chicken tacos they'd ever had.


Josh Bartlett
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I'm always looking for new chicken taco recipes and this one is definitely a keeper. The chicken is so flavorful and juicy.


Angela Shaw
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These chicken tacos are my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Muvimi Kids
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I've made these tacos several times and they're always a hit. I love the combination of flavors.


Jazi Waheed
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These tacos were a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the tortillas were soggy.


Ladan Wehliye
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chicken tacos turned out dry and tough. I think I might have overcooked the chicken.


Fabian Smith
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The chicken tacos were good, but I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to give them more flavor.


Tom Ryan Syntax
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I made these tacos for a party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Ruth Antora chowdhury
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The chicken tacos were easy to make and very tasty. I liked that the recipe used simple ingredients that I already had on hand.


Almas Tomal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tacos turned out great! The chicken was tender and the flavors were delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Beau Gonzales
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These tacos were a hit with my family! The chicken was flavorful and juicy, and the tortillas were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again.