Jul 14 2026
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Tacos Box Recipe

Inspired by Santa Fe Mexican Grill - Wilmington
Time1h
Serves4

Serves 4 ppl, comes with rice and beans. Choose a meal of grilled chicken or steak.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Rice

Beans

Toppings

Seasonings

Method

Preparation of Chicken or Steak

  1. 1

    Marinate the Protein

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, chili powder, paprika, and black pepper. Add chicken breast or steak, ensuring it's well-coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the Protein

    Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 75°C/165°F). Grill steak for about 4-5 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Cooking the Rice

  1. 3

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the long grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 4

    Cook the Rice

    In a pot, combine rinsed rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.

Cooking the Beans

  1. 5

    Heat the Beans

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine canned black beans (drained and rinsed), cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until warmed through.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 6

    Prepare Taco Shells

    Warm the taco shells in the oven or microwave according to package instructions.

  2. 7

    Fill the Tacos

    In each taco shell, place sliced grilled chicken or steak, followed by a scoop of rice and beans. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa as desired.

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