Chicken Taco Recipe
Shredded lettuce, chipotle & cilantro mayo, pico de gallo, Monterey cheese
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 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
Season the Chicken
Add taco seasoning to the shredded chicken and mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- 3
Prepare the Chipotle Mayo
In a small bowl, mix the chipotle mayo with chopped cilantro. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- 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
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
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chicken tacos!





