Jul 14 2026

Taco Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Meat Options: Chicken, Shredded Beef, Ground Beef, Adovada Pork, Green Pork

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Ingredients

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Meat Options

Taco Assembly

Method

Meat Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook Chicken

    In a skillet over medium heat, add 1 lb of diced chicken breast. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Prepare Shredded Beef

    In a slow cooker, add 1 lb of shredded beef with your favorite seasoning. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until tender.

  3. 3

    Brown Ground Beef

    In a skillet, add 1 lb of ground beef over medium heat. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.

  4. 4

    Cook Adovada Pork

    In a pot, add 1 lb of adovada pork and 1 cup of water. Simmer on low for about 2 hours or until tender.

  5. 5

    Prepare Green Pork

    In a skillet, add 1 lb of green pork and cook over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes until cooked through. Season as desired.

Taco Assembly

  1. 6

    Prepare Taco Shells

    Warm 8 taco shells in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes or until crispy.

  2. 7

    Assemble Tacos

    Take each taco shell and fill with your choice of meat. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and sour cream.

  3. 8

    Add Toppings

    Spoon salsa over the top and add slices of avocado. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Serve tacos immediately with extra salsa and toppings on the side.

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