Best 4 Ground Chicken Tacos With Creamy Slsa Recipes

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Ground chicken tacos with creamy salsa are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of savory ground chicken, creamy salsa, and fresh toppings creates a flavor profile that is both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight meal or a fun party appetizer, these tacos are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GROUND CHICKEN TACOS



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Fast and tasty on Tuesday or any night, these tacos are a perfect vehicle for ground chicken. The meat is amped up with spices and chipotle in adobe so it's flavorful and juicy, and topping the tacos with pico de gallo adds another level of deliciousness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely chopped white onion
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 pound ground chicken (preferably dark meat)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 to 2 teaspoons minced chipotle in adobo sauce, plus 1 teaspoon sauce
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth or water
1 vine tomato, seeded and finely chopped (3/4 cup)
1/4 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped (1 tablespoon)
1 lime, juiced (2 tablespoons)
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves and tender stems
Taco shells, grated cheddar or jack cheese, shredded lettuce, and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, preferably cast iron, heat oil over medium-high. Add 1 cup onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and just beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add chicken, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking up meat with the back of a wooden spoon, until browned and crumbly, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, chipotle, and broth. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute. Keep warm.
  • Stir together remaining onion, tomato, jalapeno, lime and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, fill taco shell with meat mixture and pico de gallo and top with cheese, lettuce, and sour cream.

GROUND CHICKEN TACOS WITH CREAMY SLSA



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Make and share this Ground Chicken Tacos With Creamy Slsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by codergrlli

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 2 tacos, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

taco shell
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
salt and black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (1 tablespoon) packet sazon seasoning
1 lb ground chicken
2 teaspoons flour
1 cup chicken stock
12 taco shells (warm at 200)
creamy salsa
4 roma tomatoes
1/2 cup cilantro leaf
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Frank's red hot sauce
1/3 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Tacos.
  • Saute red peppers and onion in large pan at medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper. When tender add garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper and sazon seasoning. Cook for 1 minute. Add Chicken breaking it up so there are no large chunks. Once chicken is cooked sprinkle flour over the top. Stir for a few minutes. Add chicken stock simmer about 5 minutes.
  • Creamy Slasa.
  • Combine all ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.9, Fat 36.3, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 129.2, Sodium 448.7, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 7.3, Protein 26.7

SHREDDED CHICKEN SALSA TACOS



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These shredded chicken tacos are easy to make, and everyone loves them! Top them with shredded cheese, avocados, lettuce, sour cream, and diced onion, or any of your favorite taco toppings.

Provided by Linny Poutre

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Taco Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (10 ounce) container chipotle salsa, divided
¼ cup frozen corn
3 tablespoons chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover the pot, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until cooked through and no longer pink in the centers, about 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and let cool for 15 minutes. Discard cooking water.
  • Shred cooled chicken with your fingers or 2 forks.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add shredded chicken, 2/3 of the salsa, corn, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro; bring to a simmer. Cook until heated through, about 15 minutes. Spoon into tortillas and top with remaining salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 27.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 495.7 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

GROUND CHICKEN TACOS WITH CREAMY SALSA



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Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan with straight sides over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the red and green bell pepper, onion and then season with salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Saute until the vegetables are tender then add the garlic, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, and sazon seasoning. Cook for a minute or so then add the ground chicken and cook, breaking up the chicken with a wooden spoon while stirring. Make sure to really break up the ground chicken on this step so there are no large clumps.Once the chicken is cooked through, sprinkle the flour over the top and stir while cooking to allow the flour to blend into the chicken for a few minutes. Add the chicken stock then raise the heat to a simmer and cook until the stock thickens a bit, about 4 to 5 minutes. Serve in warm taco shells topped with shredded lettuce and a dollop of Creamy Salsa.Combine the tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, jalapeno, scallion, sour cream hot sauce, garlic powder, and lime juice in a medium bowl. Stir to combine, then season with salt and pepper to taste, and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.Source: foodnetwork.comRecipe formatted with the Cook'n Recipe Software from DVO Enterprises.

Nutrition Facts : Calories per serving 356

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ground chicken for the best flavor and texture.
  • Season the ground chicken generously with your favorite taco seasoning or a blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook the ground chicken over medium-high heat until it is browned and cooked through.
  • Make sure to drain any excess grease from the ground chicken before adding it to the tacos.
  • Use a variety of toppings for your tacos, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
  • Serve the tacos immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or chips.

Conclusion:

Ground chicken tacos are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a tasty and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a fun and festive party food, ground chicken tacos are a great option. So next time you are in the mood for a taco, give ground chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!

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