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Crispy taco shells with spiced chicken and greens
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Crispy taco shells with spiced chicken and greens

A popular everyday meal with crisp taco shells filled with spiced chicken, fresh greens and a creamy dressing. Works for dinner or lunch.

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35 min total
4 servings
Easy

Ingredients

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  • Chicken filling

    • 14.1 oz chicken breast, in strips
    • 1 stk onion, finely chopped
    • 2 tsp paprika
    • 2 tsp cumin
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tbsp oil for frying

  • Tacos and sides

    • 12 stk taco shells
    • 5.3 oz finely shredded lettuce
    • 2 stk tomatoes, diced
    • 3.5 oz grated cheese
    • about 0.8 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the chicken

    1. Heat the oil in a pan.
    2. Fry the chicken and onion until golden.
    3. Add the spices and finish cooking.
    10 min
    Medium heat
    Pan
  2. 2

    Warm the taco shells

    1. Warm the taco shells in the oven according to the package directions.
    5 min
    180°C
    Oven
  3. 3

    Assemble the tacos

    1. Fill the taco shells with chicken and greens.
    2. Top with cheese and sour cream.
    5 min
    Low heat

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Details

Nutrition

Calories

620kcal

Protein

36g

Fat

28g

Carbs

48g

Serving Size

520g

Dietary

Allergens

MælkGluten

Serving

Suggestions

  • • Serve all the fillings separately so everyone can build their own tacos.

Drink Pairings

  • • non-alcoholic: Water or sparkling water

Side Pairings

  • • Corn salad

Dessert Pairings

  • • Fruit

Storage

Fresh

  • • Duration: 2 days
  • • Temperature: 5°C
  • • Method: Store the filling covered in the fridge. Keep taco shells dry.

Tips

Preparation

  • • Chop and slice all the fillings before you start frying — then it goes quickly.

Cooking

  • • Fry the chicken in two batches if the pan is small — then it browns better.

Serving

  • • Add avocado or guacamole if you want more creaminess.

Variations

Flavor

  • Mild and spiced

Health

  • High-protein everyday dish

Method

  • Pan-fried and oven-warmed

Toppings

  • Grated cheese and sour cream

Author

C

Camilla

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Author

C

Camilla