Best 5 Tacos De Pollo Recipes

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Tacos de Pollo, a beloved Mexican dish, offer a delicious and versatile meal option. With countless variations and preparations, this flavorful dish can be tailored to suit any palate. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a modern twist, this guide will provide you with the essential knowledge and inspiration to create the perfect Tacos de Pollo. From selecting the freshest ingredients to understanding the cooking techniques, you'll find everything you need to prepare a mouthwatering taco feast that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN TACOS (TACOS DE POLLO)



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These 30-minute Mexican Chicken Tacos make Mexican food at home quick and easy! Serve fajita-style with flavorful strips of juicy chicken and taco toppings!

Provided by Kelly Anthony

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons canola or avocado oil (separated)
1 - 1 1/2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken thighs)
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1/2 a yellow onion (cut into 1/4" rings)
1/2 a red bell pepper (stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4" rings)
1/2 a green bell pepper (stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4" rings)
Generous pinch of Kosher salt
Pinch of black pepper
Flour or Corn Tortillas
Shredded Cheese (Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Cotjia)
Guacamole
Sour Cream

Steps:

  • Pat the chicken dry. With a sharp knife, cut into 1/4" strips. Transfer the chicken to a bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of oil and sprinkle over taco seasoning. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
  • Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Once the oil has come to temperature, add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes. Turn each strip and cook for 3-4 minutes more. Remove the chicken from the pan, and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. If the skillet appears dry, add the last tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add the onions and peppers. Sprinkle with Kosher salt and black pepper, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
  • Remove from the heat. Add the chicken back to the skillet, toss to combine and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 91 mg, Sodium 834 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TACOS DE POLLO



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These chicken tacos can be simple to prepare, with practice. They are VERY delicious and addicting. In Mexico they are usually served for supper but they make a wonderful light lunch also. This is authentic and made from scratch. The flavorful results are well worth the effort. The salsa and filling can be made a day or two ahead and refrigerated. To simplify things even more you can purchase a rotisserie chicken from the deli instead of poaching your own. Prep time does not include cooking time.

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 Tacos, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 large whole chicken breast, with bone and skin (or you can use boneless chicken breasts)
3 (15 ounce) cans chicken broth (or enough to cover chicken)
water, if needed to cover
3 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
3 fresh jalapenos, cut into thin strips with seeds and veins
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups shredded chicken (pollo deshebrado para tacos)
3 tablespoons chicken broth
sea salt, to taste
2 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
4 serrano chilies
1/4 teaspoon sea salt (to taste)
2 large tomatoes
1/3 cup white onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
12 small corn tortillas
oil (for frying)
1 cup salsa, de jitomate de michoacan
2 cups finely shredded lettuce or 2 cups cabbage
3/4 cup creme fraiche
6 tablespoons finely grated queso fresco (you can use monterey jack if you cannot find Mexican cheese)

Steps:

  • TO POACH THE CHICKEN:(or for a short-cut pick up a rotisserie chicken and shred it.).
  • Cut the chicken breast in half.
  • Put the chicken in a pot, cover with broth. Add water if needed.
  • Cover and bring to a simmer.
  • Continue simmering until chicken is just tender but not soft, about 25 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool in broth.
  • When cool, strain and strip the meat from the bone, discard the bone.
  • Finish shredding chicken. If desired, you can shred some of the skin into the meat for extra flavor.
  • Reserve the broth for other use, saving 3 Tablespoons for taco filling.
  • ***While the chicken is poaching, make the SALSA DE JITOMATE DE MICHOACAN:.
  • (Chiles and tomatoes can be broiling at the same time).
  • Place the chiles under the broiler until slightly charred and blistered; set aside to cool.
  • Line a small shallow pan with foil.
  • Add whole, unpeeled tomatoes.
  • Broil 2-inches from the heat, turning occasionally, until skin blistered and browned and flesh inside is mushy.
  • Set aside to cool.
  • Place the garlic, chiles, and salt together in food processor or blender.
  • Process to a rough paste.
  • Gradually add the unpeeled tomatoes; blending well after each addition.
  • The sauce will have a rough texture.
  • Add the onion and cilantro; stir well.
  • TACO FILLING:.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy skillet.
  • Add onion and chile strips; saute for 1 minute but do not brown.
  • Add tomatoes and continue cooking for 3 more minutes, until some of the juice has been absorbed.
  • Add the shredded chicken, broth, and salt; cook until the mixture is almost dry and shiny, about 8 minutes.
  • Set aside to cool slightly.
  • THE TACOS:.
  • Place 1/12 of the filling mixture across a corn tortilla; roll up and secure with a toothpick.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Heat enough oil in a heavy frying pan to cover the bottom liberally, but not deep.
  • Place the tacos a few at a time in the hot oil, open part down.
  • Fry gently, turning occasionally until the tacos seal.
  • Remove the toothpics and pace on serving plate.
  • Open each taco slightly and insert some of the sauce, lettuce, creme fraiche, and cheese to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6, Fat 20.6, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 1133.1, Carbohydrate 29.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 6.6, Protein 9.7

TACOS DE POLLO (MEXICAN SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS)



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Bring on Taco Tuesday with these deliciously easy tacos made with Mexican shredded chicken! Totally customizable, low in calories and sure to be a crowd pleaser!

Provided by Vicci

Categories     Lunch/Dinner

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 oz Shredded Chicken
12 corn tortillas
2 Medium Tomatoes
1/2 Onion
1/4 cup Cilantro

Steps:

  • Begin by heating up corn tortillas. I used a cast iron skillet for this but there are many other methods that will also work.
  • Heat up shredded chicken using either stove top or microwave. Add 1oz of chicken with desired toppings to tacos. Top with some cilantro and serve with your favorite salsa. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 21 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 9 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 33 grams sodium, Sugar 1 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

TINGA DE POLLO TACOS



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Tinga de pollo, or shredded chicken, is a classic taco filling beloved for its flavorful sauce and simple preparation-in fact, it's a great way to use up leftover chicken! (Note: You may want to use tortillas from Chef Cámara's Homemade Corn Tortillas recipe on Panna.)

Provided by Gabriela Cámara

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound chicken, boneless and skinless, breast, thighs, or a combo
2 pinches fine sea salt
1/2 large white onion
1 clove garlic
4 sprigs cilantro or parsley
1/4 cup safflower oil, or other neutral oil
2 medium white onions, slivered
6 ripe plum tomatoes, halved, or about 14 ounces canned whole tomatoes, drained
4 cloves garlic
2 chipotle peppers, from canned chipotles in adobo
1 cup chicken stock
Fine sea salt, to taste, 2-3 teaspoons
8 corn tortillas, preferably freshly made, see Homemade Corn Tortillas recipe video
1 ripe avocado
fine sea salt

Steps:

  • Poach chicken: In a saucepan, add chicken and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Add 2 pinches salt, onion, garlic, and cilantro. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until opaque and cooked through, 20-30 minutes. Meanwhile, make Tinga Sauce.
  • Tinga Sauce: In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat until smoking, 2 minutes. Add the onions (you should hear a sizzle when they hit the pan). Stir until lightly caramelized, 20 minutes. Meanwhile, place tomatoes, peeled garlic cloves, chipotle peppers, and chicken stock in a blender. Purée on medium speed until smooth, 30 seconds; then add tomato mixture to the onions. Stir and simmer, 5 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from poaching liquid. When cool enough to handle, shred by hand and add to Tinga Sauce. Check for seasoning, and add salt to taste (Chef Cámara adds 2-3 teaspoons). Simmer, 5 more minutes.
  • Assembly: Divide Chicken Tinga evenly among the tortillas. Garnish each with an avocado slice and a sprinkle of sea salt before serving.

MEXICAN TOSTADAS DE POLLO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: corn tortillas, mashed beans, pork fat, onion, shredded chicken, lettuce, sour cream, crumbled fresh cheese

Provided by Erika Priscila Suarez

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 corn tortillas
1 ½ cups mashed beans
2 teaspoons pork fat
3 teaspoons onion, chopped
2 cups shredded chicken
1 cup lettuce, chopped
1 cup sour cream
½ cup crumbled fresh cheese, (Oaxaca or Cotija)

Steps:

  • Deep-fry tortillas in vegetable oil until crispy. Then, fry mashed beans in a pan with pork fat and chopped onions until a solid mixture is formed.
  • Spread the mashed beans all over the tortillas from one side only.
  • Top beans with the shredded chicken, lettuce, sour cream, and cheese (in that order).
  • Plate and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 calories, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 22 grams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the tacos will taste. Look for fresh, ripe vegetables, flavorful spices, and tender chicken.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs will help to tenderize it and infuse it with flavor.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The great thing about tacos is that you can top them with whatever you like. Some popular toppings include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, shredded cheese, and diced onions.
  • Serve the tacos immediately: Tacos are best served hot and fresh. If you are making them ahead of time, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Conclusion:

Tacos de pollo are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a fun party. With a little planning and effort, you can make tacos de pollo that are sure to impress your family and friends.

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