Chile and Roasted Garlic Pulled Chicken Crunchy Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Chile and Roasted Garlic Pulled Chicken Crunchy Tacos
30 min.
6
308kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a burst of flavor? Introducing our Chile and Roasted Garlic Pulled Chicken Crunchy Tacos! This delightful dish is not only gluten-free but also packed with mouthwatering ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends.

The star of this recipe is the Old El Paso® Mexican cooking sauce, which infuses the tender, shredded rotisserie chicken with a rich, savory flavor profile. Combined with the zesty freshness of lime juice and the creamy texture of crumbled queso fresco, each bite is a harmonious blend of tastes and textures. And let’s not forget the vibrant pickled red onions that add a delightful crunch and a pop of color to your tacos!

These tacos are not just a feast for the palate; they are also visually appealing, making them a hit at any dinner table. Serve them with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing, and watch as your guests rave about this deliciously simple yet impressive dish. Whether it’s lunch, dinner, or a festive occasion, these Chile and Roasted Garlic Pulled Chicken Crunchy Tacos are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • oz sriracha old el paso®
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh
  •  lime wedges 
  • 0.5 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • cups onion red sliced
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded (from 2-lb chicken)
  •  taco shells old el paso® stuff®

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. If pickled onions are desired, in large nonreactive bowl, stir together onions and lime juice. Cover tightly; refrigerate 1 hour.
  2. In 10-inch skillet, heat shredded chicken and cooking sauce over medium heat to simmering. Cook about 5 minutes or until hot and chicken begins to fall apart in sauce.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Spoon 1/3 cup chicken mixture into each taco shell. Top with cheese and pickled onions.
  5. Serve lime wedge on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein32.85%
Fat34.11%
Carbs33.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.17
Glycemic Load
6.18
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.929565206818%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.44mg
Hesperetin
9.55mg
Naringenin
0.69mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2.67mg
Kaempferol
0.35mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.25kcal
15.41%
Fat:11.58g
17.82%
Saturated Fat:3.9g
24.39%
Carbohydrates:25.25g
8.41%
Net Carbohydrates:21.42g
7.79%
Sugar:9.89g
10.99%
Cholesterol:82.72mg
27.57%
Sodium:2248.86mg
97.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.09g
50.19%
Vitamin C:15.23mg
18.47%
Fiber:3.83g
15.3%
Calcium:90.57mg
9.06%
Phosphorus:88.63mg
8.86%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.18%
Folate:22.58µg
5.65%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.57%
Magnesium:20.43mg
5.11%
Potassium:160.66mg
4.59%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.34%
Selenium:2.9µg
4.14%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.88%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.85%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.84%
Copper:0.05mg
2.74%
Iron:0.46mg
2.53%
Vitamin A:104.13IU
2.08%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.83%
Vitamin B3:0.35mg
1.77%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.66%
Vitamin K:1.58µg
1.5%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.43%