SUMMER-FRESH CHICKEN TACOS

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Everyone's favorite Mexican quick bite gets a spirited treatment here, with spices and jalapeño chiles jazzing up the sautéed taco filling.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 Old El Paso™ taco shells
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium jalapeño chili, seeded, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat taco shells as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat until hot. Cook chicken in oil about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Remove chicken from skillet, and keep warm.
  • In same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil until hot. Cook onion in oil about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Stir in garlic, jalapeño chili, cumin, chili powder and salt. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Return chicken to skillet. Stir in tomatoes. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot.
  • To serve, place 1/4 cup shredded lettuce in each taco shell; divide chicken mixture among shells. Top with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 2 g

sunny Yadav
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These tacos are the perfect way to use up leftover chicken. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jay De
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use whatever toppings I have on hand and it always turns out delicious.


Jessica Osei
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These tacos are so delicious and refreshing. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the toppings are all so flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.


Joe Guerra
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect summer meal. The tacos are easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Courtney Neff
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the toppings are always fresh and delicious.


Wycliffe Lazarus
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I wouldn't recommend these tacos. The chicken was tough and the toppings were tasteless.


Lala Mujahid
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I thought these tacos were just okay. The chicken was a little dry and the flavors were bland.


Zack Uba
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These tacos were a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved them. He said they were the best chicken tacos he's ever had.


Mahbuba Hoq
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I'm not a big fan of chicken tacos, but these were actually really good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the toppings were fresh and flavorful.


Zainkhan Zainkhan
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These are the best chicken tacos I've ever had. The chicken is so tender and the flavors are incredible.


Zero Killz
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I love these tacos! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit at parties.


Bilal Toor
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These tacos are amazing! The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the toppings are perfect.


AHTASHAM MIRZA
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I've made these tacos several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Ashlee Strathman
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I made these tacos for my family and they loved them. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavors were delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Israfil Islam
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These tacos are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever toppings I have on hand.


Unisha Chetram
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken tacos, but these were amazing! The chicken was so tender and the flavors were perfect. I'll definitely be making these again.


M Shahzad
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These tacos were a hit at my summer party! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and delicious. I especially loved the avocado crema.