Best 20 Soft Chicken Recipes

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If you are a fan of juicy and tender chicken, then you need to discover the art of cooking soft chicken. Whether you prefer grilled, roasted, or pan-fried chicken, there are simple techniques and tricks that can help you achieve perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth chicken every time. From selecting the right cut of chicken to using the appropriate cooking method and temperature, this article will provide you with all the essential tips and tricks to create mouthwatering, succulent chicken dishes that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN PARMESAN MEATBALLS WITH SOFT POLENTA



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/2 pounds ground chicken
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 cloves garlic, grated
1 large egg
1/2 medium yellow onion, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, for the pan
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1 sprig fresh oregano
1/2 medium yellow onion, diced
One 28-ounce can tomato puree
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces sliced fresh mozzarella
Soft Polenta, recipe follows
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Torn fresh basil leaves, for serving, optional
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup yellow cornmeal or polenta
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for indirect heat. If using a charcoal grill, build hot coals on one side only. If using a gas grill, heat one side only to medium-high heat.
  • For the meatballs: Combine the ground chicken, ricotta, Parmesan, breadcrumbs, parsley, nutmeg, garlic, egg and onion in a medium bowl until just mixed. Do not overwork. Season with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture into 8 portions and roll into balls.
  • Heat a cast-iron pan on the hot side of the grill until nice and hot. Brush the pan with enough olive oil to liberally coat the surface, about 3 tablespoons.
  • Place the meatballs in the pan and cook, flipping them, until all sides are caramelized, about 3 minutes. Move the pan to the indirect-heat side of the grill and cover the grill. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • For the sauce: Add the garlic, oregano and onion to the pan with the meatballs and saute until the onions begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the meatballs, then add the tomato puree and 1/2 cup water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover the grill and continue to cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is reduced slightly, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • For topping and serving: Top the meatballs with the mozzarella, cover the grill and cook until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes. Discard the oregano sprig. Spoon the meatballs on top of the Soft Polenta. Spoon any remaining sauce over top and serve topped with the Parmesan and basil if using.
  • (Alternatively, you can cook the meatballs and the sauce as directed in a cast-iron skillet on the stovetop over medium heat, then transfer the skillet to a 400 degrees F oven for 10 to 15 minutes before melting the cheese.)
  • Add 4 1/2 cups water, 1 tablespoon salt and the olive oil to a medium saucepot and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Whisk in the cornmeal in a steady stream, until it is all incorporated and smooth. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue to cook at a simmer until the polenta is creamy and fully hydrated, 30 to 40 minutes. Take the saucepot off the heat and whisk in the butter and Parmesan. Season with additional salt and pepper. Transfer the polenta to a large serving bowl.

CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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My family loves these tacos. The chicken filling cooks in the slow-cooker, so it's convenient to throw it together before I leave for work. At the end of the day, I just have to roll it up in a soft taco shell with the remaining ingredients and dinner's ready in minutes. The chicken also makes a great topping for salad. -Cheryl Newendorp, Pella, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3-1/2 pounds), cut up and skin removed
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/3 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1-1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1-1/4 cups salsa
1-1/4 cups shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, chopped
Sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place the chicken in a 4-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, chiles, onion, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender and juices run clear, 5-6 hours., Remove the chicken. Shred meat with two forks and return to the slow cooker; heat through. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with cheese, salsa, lettuce, tomato and sour cream if desired; roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 157mg cholesterol, Sodium 1454mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 52g protein.

LIME CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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I was given this recipe by my mom when I went away to college, and it has become all of my friends' favorite!

Provided by Marissa Wright

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cubed
⅛ cup red wine vinegar
½ lime, juiced
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 tomato, diced
¼ cup shredded lettuce
¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup salsa

Steps:

  • Saute chicken in a medium saucepan over medium high heat for about 20 minutes. Add vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, pepper, green onion, garlic and oregano. Simmer for an extra 10 minutes.
  • Heat an iron skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan, warm, and turn over to heat the other side. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve lime chicken mixture in warm tortillas topped with tomato, lettuce, cheese and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.9 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 433.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SOFT CHICKEN TACOS



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"I came up with this healthy chicken and bean filling for tacos since my husband needs to watch his cholesterol level," relates Ruth Peterson of Jenison, Michigan. "Sliced radishes make a unique crunchy topping."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup salsa
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
6 fat-free flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Shredded lettuce, shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, sliced radishes, chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions and fat-free sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken over medium heat until no longer pink. Stir in the beans, salsa and taco seasoning; heat through. , Spoon the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; roll up. Serve with the toppings of your choice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 1077mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DEL TACO CHICKEN SOFT TACO SAUCE RECIPE - (3.7/5)



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Provided by á-74780

Number Of Ingredients 4

Del Taco secret sauce recipe:
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon buttermilk or whole milk
1/2 teaspoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients

EASY CHICKEN TACOS (LOW FAT IF YOU CHOOSE SOFT SHELL OVER HARD)



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I try to avoid cooking with pre-made spices and sauces (some are better than others), so this recipe is based off my re-interpretation of all the good things a taco should be: spicy, tasty, moist, and most of all packed with delicious veggies; using chicken and what I can find in my pantry at a moments notice. You could even simply top a bowl of lettuce and tomatoes with the taco meat and eat it as a taco salad - that would be very low fat!

Provided by SuzanneThePainter

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 6 tacos, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 lb ground chicken
1/4 large white onion, diced
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, strips chopped (from a jar)
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 medium green pepper, diced small
1/2 teaspoon vegetables or 1/2 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt (or less to taste)
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (leave out if you don't like spicy food)
1/4 cup cold water (or chicken broth if you have it)
1 (8 ounce) package fresh organic guacamole
1/4 head lettuce, shredded
1/2 fresh ripe tomatoes, diced
1/2 cup shredded cheese
2 -3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Prepare your tacos/tortillas as directed on the packaging.
  • Place your onions, green peppers, and oil into a non-stick pan/skillet on medium/medium-high heat and cook until the onions are soft. Add in the garlic and chopped roasted red peppers. Cook until the garlic is fragrant (don't let it burn).
  • Move the veggies to the edge of the pan and place your ground chicken in the center. You'll want to keep breaking apart the meat as it cooks.
  • In the meantime prepare your Taco sauce by combining in a small bowl your spices and corn starch. Then, add water and Tabasco sauce, stir well to combine.
  • Just as the chicken finishes cooking (roughly 5-12 minutes) stir to combine all the veggies and the chicken together, breaking apart any large pieces of chicken. Add your sauce mixture and stir together. The sauce will thicken, coating the chicken mixture, add additional water/broth if needed one tablespoon at a time. Allow the sauce to cook through. Cover and set aside.
  • Now you're ready to assemble your tacos. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture into your shells, top with cheese, guacamole, tomatoes, lettuce, and enjoy!

QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN MARSALA WITH A SOFT CREAMY POLENTA



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Make and share this Quick and Easy Chicken Marsala With a Soft Creamy Polenta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Poultry

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 brown onion, chopped finely
250 -300 g button mushrooms, sliced finely
1/2 cup marsala
1 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon beef stock
1 1/2 teaspoons cornflour
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
375 g quick-cooking polenta (I buy one that is 2min cook time)
750 ml water
1 1/2 teaspoons chicken stock powder
120 g grated parmesan cheese
120 g mascarpone
60 g butter
2 tablespoons cream

Steps:

  • Chicken Marsala.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan add onion to pan and stir until soft, add the mushrooms and stir for a few minutes. At the same time in another frying pan be cooking the chicken this just has to be turned a couple of times during the cooking process and cooked until done.
  • Add Marsala wine, water and stock powder to mushrooms and bring to the boil then turn down the heat to medium. Stir a little water into the cornflour and to mixture to thicken slightly.
  • Serve chicken over soft polenta pour some sauce over the chicken and top with chives.
  • Soft Creamy Polenta.
  • Bring the water and the stock to the boil in a pan. Add the polenta slowly whisking all the time while adding. When all the polenta has been added turn down the heat and stir continuously with wooden spoon until mixture is thick.
  • Add the mascarpone, Parmesan and butter stir until cheese has melted. Add the cream and salt and pepper to taste serve immediately with chicken.
  • For a photo visit http://the-best-recipes.blogspot.com/.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715, Fat 43.4, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 159.6, Sodium 690.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 1, Sugar 3.5, Protein 44

STEVE'S ROASTED CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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Rotisserie chicken soft tacos made with homemade flour tortillas and pico de gallo.

Provided by Steve Cowherd

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 rotisserie chicken, meat removed and chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
12 flour tortillas
2 cups pico de gallo salsa
½ cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir chicken, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in the hot oil until chicken is heated through, about 10 minutes. Spoon chicken mixture onto each tortilla and top with pico de gallo and Mexican cheese blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 524 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

EASY AND FAST SOFT CHICKEN TACOS



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I had a busy day and came up with this easy recipe for soft tacos. It's good, fast and inexpensive. I usually make two at a time but if you have a tortilla warmer, that will make it easier for everyone to eat at the same time.

Provided by Queen uh Cuisine

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 tacos, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 whole roasted deli chicken
1 cup salsa
3 cups lettuce, chopped
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
2 cups Mexican blend cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup jalapeno (optional)
8 (7 inch) flour tortillas
taco sauce

Steps:

  • Remove chicken meat and make into bite size pieces, place in a 10-12" skillet.
  • Add salsa to the chicken and simmer on low for 10-15 minutes.
  • Place lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream into individual bowls and set aside.
  • Place two tortillas in a brown lunch bag,.
  • close tightly and microwave for 30 seconds.
  • Place 2 tortillas on a plate and add ingredients in any order you like. There is no real way to make a taco.
  • While the first person is making their tacos, heat the second person's tortillas, and so on. This way everyone's food is hot. If you have a tortilla warmer, that would work great.

EASY CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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This is another kid favorite. Easy enough so they can help with the preparation. Gets a big thumbs up from my bunch.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons water, divided
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
3/4 cup taco sauce
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees; place tortillas on baking sheet.
  • Heat oil in large skillet; add chicken; cook until no longer pink; add 2 T seasoning mix and 1T water; mix well Combine refried beans, remaining seasoning mix and remaining water in small bowl.
  • Spread bean mixture evenly over each tortilla.
  • Layer each with a drizzle of taco sauce.
  • Top evenly with chicken mixture, cheese and desired toppings (chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, etc.).
  • Bake for 5-10 minutes or until cheese melts; fold each in half.

BITE-SIZE CHIPOTLE CHICKEN SOFT TACOS (TINGA DE POLLO)



Bite-Size Chipotle Chicken Soft Tacos (tinga de pollo) image

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Chicken     Tomato     Appetizer     Braise     Cocktail Party     Cinco de Mayo     New Year's Eve     Party     Tortillas     Chile Pepper     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 24 hors d'oeuvres

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts with skin and bones
5 cups water
1 large white onion, finely chopped and divided
2 large garlic cloves; 1 whole, 1 finely chopped
1 Turkish bay leaf
Salt
1 pound plum tomatoes (about 4; see Cooks' notes)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped chipotle in adobo, including some sauce
24 (5- to 6-inch) soft corn tortillas
1/4 cup crumbled cotija or mild goat cheese
24 small sprigs cilantro
Special Equipment
Instant-read thermometer (optional); a 3-inch round cookie/biscuit cutter

Steps:

  • Combine chicken with water, half of onion, whole garlic clove, bay leaf, and 1 teaspoon salt in a medium (3- to 4- quart) saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook at a bare simmer for 10 minutes. Cover and let sit until chicken is just cooked through (165°F on an instant-read thermometer), about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board. Strain and reserve 1 cup of broth for tinga and save remaining broth for another use.
  • When chicken is cool enough to handle, shred it, discarding skin and bones.
  • Cut an X in the bottom of each tomato. Blanch in a saucepan of boiling water for 1 minute. Transfer tomatoes to a bowl of ice water. Peel and core, then finely chop.
  • Cook remaining chopped onion with 1/4 teaspoon salt in oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and crumble in oregano, then cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Add tomato and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened but still saucy, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (a toaster oven works fine, too).
  • Add chicken, 3/4 cup of reserved cooking liquid, and chipotle to the tomato sauce and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and excess liquid is almost completely evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes. Cool to warm and moisten with additional cooking liquid if mixture looks dry.
  • Meanwhile, using cookie cutter, cut out a circle from each tortilla, stacking 12 in each of two folded sheets of foil (reserve remaining tortilla scraps for chilaquiles). Wrap each stack in foil and warm through in oven, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • To serve, arrange warm tortillas on a heated platter and divide chicken mixture among them (about 1 rounded tablespoon per tortilla), spooning it onto center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with cheese and top each taco with a cilantro sprig.

ZESTY CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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We've made these tacos with corn and flour tortillas, but naan flatbread is our favorite. Set out toppings and let people make their own. -Jessie Grearson-Sapat, Falmouth, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons Sriracha chili sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 naan flatbreads, warmed
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first six ingredients. Spread over flatbreads; top with chicken and, if desired, cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 111mg cholesterol, Sodium 942mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CHICKEN AND BEAN SOFT TACOS



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Just what this site needs - another chicken taco recipe! Here's my variation on the theme - like most recipes, it's really easy to adjust to suit your family's tastes. Cooking time is very flexible as well, sometimes I get it started and let it simmer a bit to blend the flavors, adding liquid as needed to keep it from drying out. Other times, I just throw it all together and serve it within 15 minutes.

Provided by pattikay in L.A.

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked (chopped or shredded)
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, undrained (or kidney beans, or pinto beans)
1 cup corn
1/2 cup black olives (sliced or chopped)
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped (a 4 oz can of chopped mild chiles will work also)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 -2 tablespoon olive oil
1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 -2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup water
salt (to taste)
4 -8 ounces tomato sauce (optional)
flour tortilla
sour cream
salsa
shredded cheese
guacamole

Steps:

  • saute onion in large pan till translucent. Add garlic and chopped jalapeno, saute briefly, stirring.
  • (Sometimes if I don't have cooked chicken on hand, I cut raw chicken in strips and saute it along with the onions.).
  • Add chicken, seasonings and remaining ingredients (except tortillas and toppings).
  • Cook over medium high heat, till ingredients are combined and liquid cooks down - about 5-10 minutes.
  • This timing of the cooking is flexible, depending on how much seasoning you add, how much liquid is in your beans, if you add tomato sauce, etc. I make it spicy and just wet enough that it's not dried out, but not watery or gloppy.
  • Adjust seasonings, salt to taste. (For me, it's often at this point when I decide if I want to add the taste of tomato sauce.).
  • Serve in flour tortillas with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.4, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 37.8, Sodium 228.8, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 9.8, Sugar 2.9, Protein 21.9

SOFT TACOS WITH CHICKEN AND TOMATO-CORN SALSA



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Tomato-corn salsa is substantial, almost like a salad. These light, fresh tacos make a wonderful summer meal.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 15m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 small red or white onion, finely chopped
1 ear of corn, steamed for five minutes
1 pound ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
1 to 3 jalapeño or serrano peppers (to taste), seeded if desired and minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Salt to taste
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, poached and shredded (about 2 cups)
8 corn tortillas
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese

Steps:

  • Place the chopped onion in a small bowl, and cover with cold water. Let sit for five minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water. Drain on paper towels. Cut the kernels off the steamed ear of corn.
  • Toss together the tomatoes, minced chiles, cilantro, onion and steamed corn. Season to taste with salt, and add up to 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice. Place the shredded chicken in a bowl, and season with 1 tablespoon lime juice and salt to taste.
  • Heat the tortillas. Wrap in aluminum foil, and heat through in a 350-degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes; or heat through one at a time in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until flexible. Place one or two on each plate, top with shredded chicken and a generous spoonful of the salsa, and sprinkle some cheese on top. Serve, passing additional salsa if there is any at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 346, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 812 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED CHICKEN SOFT TACOS



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Marinated chicken and grilled veggies make a great taco combo, hot off the grill in less than 1 hour!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges, separated into layers
1 large red or green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
8 Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for soft tacos & fajitas (6 inch; from 8.2-oz package), heated as directed on package
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix lime juice, oil, garlic, cumin and salt. In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, place chicken and 1/4 cup of the lime juice mixture. Seal bag; shake to coat chicken evenly. Refrigerate 30 minutes to marinate. Set remaining lime juice mixture aside until serving time.
  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade. On 8 (12-inch) skewers, alternately thread chicken, onion and bell pepper. Place skewers on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 11 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in center and vegetables are done as desired.
  • Place kabobs on large plate; drizzle with reserved lime juice mixture and turn to coat evenly. Slide chicken and vegetables off each skewer onto 1 tortilla; serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Tacos), Sodium 770 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

SOFT FRIED TORTILLAS WITH TOMATILLO SALSA AND CHICKEN



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Categories     Cheese     Chicken     Onion     Appetizer     Fry     Quick & Easy     Cinco de Mayo     Dinner     Hot Pepper     Tomatillo     Cilantro     Tortillas     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 12 chalupas

Number Of Ingredients 16

For tomatillo salsa
1/2 lb fresh tomatillos, husks discarded and tomatillos rinsed and quartered
3 fresh green serrano chiles, coarsely chopped (including seeds)
1/4 cup chopped white onion
3 garlic cloves, quartered
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
For chalupas
1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 (4-inch) corn tortillas (see cooks' note, below)
1 cup shredded cooked chicken (from 1 chicken breast half)
2 to 3 tablespoons crema or crème fraîche
1/3 cup finely chopped white onion
1/3 cup finely crumbled queso fresco (Mexican fresh cheese)

Steps:

  • Make salsa:
  • Purée tomatillos, chiles, onion, garlic, salt, and water in a blender until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then carefully add tomatillo purée (oil will splatter) and simmer, stirring, until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in cilantro and simmer 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl.
  • Make chalupas:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 200°F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in cleaned dried skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then briefly cook tortillas, 3 at a time, until softened and hot but still pale, about 10 seconds per side, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer tortillas with tongs to paper towels to drain briefly, then to a large shallow baking pan in oven to keep warm, arranging tortillas in one layer (overlapping slightly if necessary) and covering pan with foil.
  • Spread each warm tortilla with about 1 teaspoon salsa, then top sparingly with a few shreds of chicken. Thin crema with a little water and drizzle over chicken, then sprinkle with onion and cheese. Serve immediately.

SOFT CHICKEN TAQUITOS & SOUTHWESTERN DIP



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Easy to prepare and really good, these will be a hit at your next party! Make the dipping sauce a day ahead of time so the flavors can work their magic. These would be great for a girls night, game night, football party... so many possibilities!

Provided by V Seward

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 c shredded rotisserie chicken
45 corn tortillas, room temp
1/2 c canola oil, for frying
salt
SOUTHWESTERN DIP
2 c sour cream
1 c mayonnaise
1 Tbsp parsley
1 Tbsp dried onion flakes
1 Tbsp dried chives
1 Tbsp cumin
1 tsp jalapeno salt (or regular salt)
1/2 Tbsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp white pepper, optional

Steps:

  • 1. Mix sour cream and mayonnaise together in a bowl. Mix dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Add dry spices to sour cream and mayonnaise mixture stir to combine, cover & refrigerate for 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Can be made day before.
  • 2. Taquito instructions: Heat oil in frying pan. Add one corn tortilla and fry for just a second, then turn and repeat. Place tortilla on a paper towel lined cookie sheet fitting about 6-8 per sheet. Place another paper towel over the tortillas and repeat with the rest until all are cooked. Sprinkle Salt over the tortillas as you go.
  • 3. Once all the tortillas have been lightly fried and are soft, take shredded chicken and place on center of tortilla in a line. Gently roll tight and place seam side down on another cookie sheet, each one snug to the other to keep shape. Repeat until all the taquitos are rolled.
  • 4. Heat an electric skillet or griddle between 300-350 degrees and oil surface generously. Place one taquito seam side down, add another right up against it and continue until you have a row across the skillet and taquitos are secure. Continue another row if you have room (I can generally cook about 25-30 at a time) Check the first taquito by rolling or using tongs to make sure seam is secure before turning. Roll taquitos left to right and let them cook 1-2 minutes, then roll again until they are secure and golden.
  • 5. Serving: This recipe makes 45 nice size taquitos. I will cut them in half as appetizers. Place Dip in the middle of a tray or large plate and surround the taquitos around the dip.

EASY CHICKEN SOFT TACOS (ROTISSERIE CHICKEN)



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This recipe was found in Raley's Extra Magazine, a grocery store chain in Northern California. We usually use a Lemon Rotisserie Chicken, but I've made it with other kinds and it's always turned out really good.

Provided by jusme

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 rotisserie-cooked chicken
2 (7 ounce) cans herdez salsa verde (or other brand)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans or 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican seasoning
12 corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Remove skin and bones from chicken and discard.
  • Tear chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • Place in a medium skillet with salsa verde and seasoning.
  • Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes or until warmed.
  • Spoon chicken into heated tortillas and top with beans and cheese.
  • Serve with additional toppings if desired. (sour cream, cilantro, tomato, guacamole).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.1, Fat 22.1, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 110.8, Sodium 735.5, Carbohydrate 42.1, Fiber 9.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 41.8

HEALTHY SOFT CHICKEN TACOS



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An easy, super tasty weeknight dinner from Cooking LIght that even toddlers will adore! Can be grilled or seared in a frying pan. The original recipe calls for chicken thigh's. The cabbage is a MUST!

Provided by RedVinoGirl

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
cooking spray
12 (6 inch) white corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
1/4 cup monterey jack cheese, reduced fat, shredded (such as Tillamook)
low-fat sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl; rub spice mixture over chicken.
  • Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 10 minutes on each side or until done. Let stand 5 minutes; chop.
  • Heat tortillas according to package directions. Divide chicken evenly among tortillas; top each tortilla with 2 tablespoons cabbage and 1 teaspoon cheese. Serve with sour cream, if desired.

CHICKEN LO MEIN (SOFT NOODLES)



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Make and share this Chicken Lo Mein (Soft Noodles) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 lb rice noodles or 1/4 lb fine egg noodles, prepared according to package
2 1/2 tablespoons oil
1/4 lb cooked chicken, cut into shreds
2 stalks celery, cut into shreds
6 mushrooms, cut into shreds
1/2 cup cabbage, chopped
2 ounces fresh snow peas, cut to bite-size
1 cup bean sprouts
1 1/4 cups chicken stock
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 tablespoons water
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
salt, to taste
3/8 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook the noodles in salted boiling water (4-6 minutes for rice noodles or 8-10 minutes for egg noodles), rinse in cold water, and drain.
  • In a wok or large skillet, saute the chicken in hot oil for 2 minutes; add the vegetables and saute for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken stock and mix well.
  • Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Mix together the cornstarch, water, soy sauce and teriyaki sauce until smooth, and add the mixture to the chicken and vegetables.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in the noodles, re-heat and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken breasts. Look for boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are about the same size so that they cook evenly.
  • Tenderize the chicken breasts. This will help to make them more tender and juicy. You can tenderize chicken breasts by pounding them with a meat mallet, marinating them in a mixture of buttermilk and spices, or using a commercial chicken tenderizer.
  • Cook the chicken breasts over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out. You can cook chicken breasts in a skillet, in the oven, or on the grill.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken breasts. The chicken breasts are done cooking when they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken breasts rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This will help to keep the juices in the chicken breasts.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious and easy-to-make recipes to choose from, there's no excuse not to enjoy soft, juicy chicken breasts tonight. Get creative and experiment with different flavors and cooking methods until you find your favorite way to prepare this versatile meat. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, chicken breasts are sure to please everyone at the table.

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