Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Taco Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Shredded lettuce, chipotle & cilantro mayo, pico de gallo, Monterey cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a medium pot, boil the chicken breast in salted water for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and shred the chicken using two forks.

  2. 2

    Season the Chicken

    Add taco seasoning to the shredded chicken and mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Chipotle Mayo

    In a small bowl, mix the chipotle mayo with chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  4. 4

    Warm the Tortillas

    Heat the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Tacos

    On each tortilla, layer shredded lettuce, seasoned chicken, pico de gallo, and a sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese. Drizzle with chipotle cilantro mayo.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chicken tacos!

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