Best 2 Beer Braised Chicken Tacos Recipes

Beer braised chicken tacos are a flavorful and tender dish that combines the savory taste of beer with the smoky flavor of braised chicken. The chicken is slow-cooked in beer, creating a rich and flavorful broth that infuses the chicken with a tender and succulent texture. When paired with fresh tortillas, crisp vegetables and a spicy salsa, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BEER-BRAISED CHICKEN TACOS

Beer-Braised Chicken Tacos image

Enjoy this Mexican-style dinner featured with chicken, beer, Old El Paso® taco shells and green chiles--a wonderful meal.

Provided by Old El Paso

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Old El Paso®

Time 36m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
¾ cup Mexican beer
1 tablespoon ground ancho chiles
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon salt
1 (10 ounce) can Old El Paso® green or mild red enchilada sauce
8 Old El Paso® taco shells, heated as directed on box
1 (4 ounce) can Old El Paso® chopped green chiles
½ cup sour cream
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 lime wedges

Steps:

In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and chicken; cook about 1 minute or until onion is tender. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cook uncovered about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spoon chicken mixture into taco shells; top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 455 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

BEER-BRAISED CHICKEN TACOS

Beer-Braised Chicken Tacos image

Enjoy this Mexican-style dinner featured with chicken, beer, Old El Paso® taco shells and green chiles - a wonderful meal.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large onion, finely chopped (1 cup)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3/4 cup Mexican beer
1 tablespoon ground ancho chiles
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ green or mild red enchilada sauce
8 Old El Paso™ taco shells (from 4.6-oz box), heated as directed on box
1 can (4 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
8 lime wedges

Steps:

In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and chicken; cook about 1 minute or until onion is tender. Stir in remaining sauce ingredients. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cook uncovered about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spoon chicken mixture into taco shells; top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

For the best flavor, use a dark beer such as stout or porter.
Be sure to brown the chicken well before braising it. This will help to develop flavor.
If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot with a tight-fitting lid.
Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Beer-braised chicken tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the beer adds a unique and complex flavor to the dish. These tacos are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.