Description
These Rotisserie Chicken Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights. Utilizing pre-cooked shredded chicken combined with bold taco seasoning and zesty Rotel tomatoes and green chiles, this recipe comes together in under 25 minutes. Serve with your favorite tortillas and toppings like Cotija cheese, refried beans, and guacamole for a deliciously satisfying taco experience.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 3/4 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 (1-oz.) package taco seasoning
- 1 (10-oz.) can Rotel tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
For Serving
- Flour tortillas or hard shell tacos
- Crumbled Cotija cheese
- Refried beans
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil and sauté aromatics: Add olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and finely minced garlic, stirring frequently for about 3 to 4 minutes until the onions become soft and translucent.
- Add chicken and seasoning: Stir in the shredded rotisserie chicken, taco seasoning, low-sodium chicken broth, and undrained Rotel tomatoes and green chiles. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the mixture: Bring the skillet contents to a quick boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and the mixture to heat through.
- Assemble tacos: Spoon the prepared chicken mixture into warm flour tortillas or hard taco shells. Top with crumbled Cotija cheese (or shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack), refried beans, and guacamole to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to cut down on cooking time and add extra flavor.
- If you prefer spicier tacos, add extra diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
- For a gluten-free option, serve with corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave before serving.