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Chicken Birria Tacos Recipe

Savor Flavor with This Chicken Birria Tacos Recipe!

This Chicken Birria Tacos Recipe offers a flavorful and spicy twist on a classic dish, perfect for quick weeknight meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb Chicken Can be substituted with turkey.
  • 2 tbsp Birria Spice Mix Adjust spice level to taste.
  • 1 cup Onions Diced, sautéed for sweetness.
Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Essential for authentic taste.
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges For serving.
Garnish
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro Can be substituted with parsley.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season chicken with birria spice mix and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Boil water in a large pot, add marinated chicken, simmer for 30 to 45 minutes until tender.
  3. Shred cooked chicken using two forks.
  4. Warm corn tortillas in a skillet until crispy and golden brown.
  5. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with shredded chicken, diced onions, and fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with additional lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Simmer in broth for richer taste. Don't overload tortillas to avoid tearing.

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