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Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

Rotisserie Chicken Tacos

These Rotisserie Chicken Tacos are a delicious and easy meal, perfect for a quick dinner party.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: LUNCH IDEAS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Salsa for a burst of flavor and spice
  • 1 cup Water helps blend the ingredients smoothly
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste adds richness and depth
  • ½ teaspoon Coriander lends a warm, citrusy undertone
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder for that essential kick
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin brings an earthy warmth
For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 small Rotisserie Chicken about 1½ pounds, shredded for easy preparation
For the Tortillas
  • 6 tablespoons Vegetable Oil to ensure a beautifully crisp texture
  • 12 6-inch Corn Tortillas white or yellow for that perfect taco base
For the Cheese
  • 8 ounces Pepper Jack Cheese shredded for a spicy, melty topping
  • 8 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese shredded for a creamy finish
For the Toppings
  • 4 cups Iceberg Lettuce shredded for a refreshing crunch
  • Optional toppings sliced black olives, pickled jalapeños, thinly sliced red onion, avocado wedges, sour cream, lime juice, fresh cilantro

Equipment

  • ovens
  • Skillet
  • baking sheets
  • roasting pans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F and prepare two roasting pans to hold 12 folded tacos.
  2. Combine salsa, water, and tomato paste in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in coriander, chili powder, and cumin.
  3. Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and heat until the mixture is warm and well-coated, about 5 minutes.
  4. Brush two baking sheets with half the vegetable oil. Place six tortillas on each tray and brush the tops with the remaining oil.
  5. Sprinkle pepper jack cheese on each tortilla, then spoon the chicken mixture on top.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove one tray from the oven, top with shredded lettuce, and gently fold the tortillas in half.
  8. Place the folded tacos in a roasting pan and repeat with the second tray.
  9. Top the tacos with Monterey jack cheese and return them to the warm oven for 4–5 minutes.
  10. Serve warm with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Add a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing zing! Stored leftovers properly for best flavor.

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