Pick 2 Combo Recipe
Served with Mexican rice & refried beans. Choose your item: Taco, burrito, enchilada, chiquita quesadilla, chicken tamal, or cheese chile relleno.
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Ingredients
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Base Items
Method
Preparing the Base Items
- 1
Cook the Ground Beef
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Shredded Chicken
In a separate pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the shredded chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Cook the Refried Beans
In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat until warm, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Prepare the Mexican Rice
Heat the Mexican rice according to package instructions or make it from scratch. Combine with spices if desired.
Assembling Your Combo
- 5
Taco Assembly
Take a tortilla, fill it with cooked ground beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Fold and serve.
- 6
Burrito Assembly
Lay a tortilla flat, add a generous amount of refried beans, ground beef or shredded chicken, cheese, and a spoonful of salsa. Roll tightly and serve.
- 7
Enchilada Assembly
Fill a corn tortilla with shredded chicken, roll it up, and place it in a baking dish. Top with green chili and cheese. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
- 8
Chiquita Quesadilla Assembly
Place cheese in between two tortillas and cook on a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and cheese is melted. Cut into wedges and serve.
- 9
Chicken Tamal Assembly
Fill a tamal with shredded chicken and steam according to instructions until heated through.
- 10
Cheese Chile Relleno Assembly
Stuff a roasted pepper with cheese, dip in egg batter, and fry until golden. Serve with a side of refried beans and rice.
