Ground Chicken Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
3 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings (1 cup each)
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Calories
204 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Ground Chicken Tacos
Description
This taco recipe starts by preparing a homemade taco seasoning blend with chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne, and optional cornstarch for thickening. Ground chicken is cooked with onions, garlic, and oregano until nearly done, then combined with tomato sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar to simmer and thicken.
The cooked taco meat is seasoned to taste with salt and pepper and served in your choice of tortillas, complemented by fresh toppings including lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and onion. The blend of spices imparts a moderate heat and depth, while the vinegar and brown sugar balance acidity and sweetness.
The filling is versatile and can fit soft corn or flour tortillas, crunchy taco shells, or even be served in lettuce wraps for a lighter option. The recipe yields about four cups of meat, enough for multiple servings, and leftovers keep well refrigerated.
Ingredients
For the taco seasoning (see note 1):
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional)
For the tacos:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (see note 2)
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (see note 3)
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
For serving:
- tortillas (see note 4)
- lettuce diced tomatoes, and diced avocado, shredded
- cilantro and onion, fresh, minced
- cheddar cheese or crumbled cotjia cheese, shredded
- sour cream
- hot sauce
Instructions
To make the taco seasoning:
- In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste (I like 1/2 teaspoon), Whisk in cornstarch if desired. (Or, substitute one packet of store-bought taco seasoning).
To make the tacos:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning, garlic, and oregano until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add ground chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost cooked through but still slightly pink, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with tortillas and all your favorite toppings.
Notes
- The homemade taco seasoning ingredients are listed with quantities; alternatively, one packet of store-bought taco seasoning can be used.
- Tomato paste (6 ounces) mixed with 1/2 cup water can substitute for tomato sauce.
- Brown sugar is included in a small amount and can be omitted if desired.
- Tortillas may be soft corn, flour, or fried until crispy; lettuce leaves can substitute for a low-carb version.
- This recipe yields approximately 4 cups of chicken taco filling, about four servings.
- Store leftover cooked meat covered in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings (1 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cup (meat only) | |
| Calories | 204kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 98mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 106mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 718mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 850IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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