Description
These Cheesy Pulled Chicken Tacos offer a quick and delicious meal featuring tender pulled chicken seasoned with classic Mexican spices, smothered in melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and piled into warm tortillas with fresh, optional toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs cooked pulled chicken (rotisserie or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Optional Toppings
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced onions
- Sliced jalapeños
- Sour cream
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken mixture.
- Cook Chicken with Spices: Add the pulled chicken, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Add Salsa or Taco Sauce: Stir in the salsa or taco sauce and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Melt Cheese: Reduce heat to low and evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the chicken. Cover the skillet and cook until the cheese melts, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
- Warm Tortillas: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they become pliable for easy folding.
- Assemble Tacos: Spoon the cheesy pulled chicken mixture onto each warmed tortilla.
- Add Toppings: Top the tacos with desired optional ingredients such as chopped cilantro, diced onions, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and a squeeze of lime.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the tacos immediately while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience or homemade pulled chicken if preferred.
- You can substitute the cheese varieties with your favorite melting cheeses if desired.
- Warm tortillas properly to prevent them from breaking when folding.
- Adjust the amount of spices according to your heat preference.
- These tacos can be prepared ahead by cooking the chicken mixture and refrigerating; warm and assemble before serving.
