Tacos Recipe
Soft corn tortillas filled with your choice of protein.
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Ingredients
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Tortillas
Protein Options
Toppings
Method
Preparation of Protein
- 1
For Shredded Chicken
If using shredded chicken, ensure it is cooked and warmed. You can use leftover chicken or poach chicken breasts in water until fully cooked, then shred.
- 2
For Ground Beef
If using ground beef, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
For Black Beans
If using black beans, rinse and drain the can of beans. Heat them in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
Assembling Tacos
- 4
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 5
Lay a warm tortilla on a plate. Add a portion of your chosen protein (chicken, beef, or beans) in the center of the tortilla.
- 6
Top with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro to your liking.
- 7
Squeeze lime juice over the toppings and fold the tortilla in half.
