Chicken Tacos

You had me at tacos! How cute is this? Chicken street tacos displayed in Valentine chocolate box!

 Ingredients

• 1 T. olive oil
• 1 sm. yellow onion, diced
• 1 1/2 lbs. cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomato, drained
• 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles
• 1 (1 oz.) packet taco seasoning mix
• 12 (5-6-inch) tortillas, corn or flour
• 1 1/2 c. shredded Mexican cheese blend
• Lime wedges for serving

 Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced onions to the skillet, cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Stir in the shredded chicken, diced tomatoes, green chiles and taco seasoning, until combined. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-8 minutes.
4. Warm the tortillas according to package instructions. Place the tortillas side by side in a baking dish, standing up.
5. Fill tacos with the chicken mixture, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and top with your favorite taco toppings, such as olives, pickled jalapenos, cilantro, lettuce, salsa, and/or sour cream. Yields 10-12 small tacos
6. Cook’s Note: Line a baking sheet with foil. Roast 3-4 chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes OR pick up a rotisserie chicken from your supermarket and shred.

Print recipe here: Chicken Tacos