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Mini Chicken Tacos

Mini Chicken Tacos for Quick, Kid-Friendly Dinner Bliss

Mini Chicken Tacos transform leftover chicken into quick, satisfying bites, perfect for a kid-friendly family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: LUNCH
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Leftover Chicken any cooked chicken, like rotisserie or breast
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh minced
  • 1 can Petite Diced Tomatoes undrained
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning premade or homemade
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Colby jack or Mexican cheese blend
For the Tacos
  • 2 tablespoons Oil vegetable or olive oil for frying
  • 10 pieces Street Corn Tortillas warmed to prevent cracking

Equipment

  • large frying pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until golden, about 1 minute.
  2. Mix in the shredded leftover chicken, petite diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Stir and cook for about 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheese until melted and integrated, then set aside to cool slightly.
  4. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil, heat, and warm 4 or 5 tortillas until pliable.
  5. On each tortilla, place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken mixture and sprinkle some extra cheese on top.
  6. Fold each tortilla into a taco shape, cook on both sides until crispy and golden, about 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in an air fryer or skillet for best texture.

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