Build-Your-Own Chicken Tacos

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This kid-friendly recipe keeps every element of tacos separate so your child can decide to eat them separately or have fun building their own mini tacos with their favorite toppings. Plus, it's perfect for packing into a bento box for a healthy lunch for school.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 22, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD

Prep Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

High-Calcium Bone-Health Nut-Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Low-Sodium Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie

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Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
½ cup mild salsa
2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 corn tortillas, warmed and halved

Directions

Place chicken in a large saucepan and add water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken registers 165 degrees F, about 15 minutes.
Remove the chicken to a clean cutting board. (Discard poaching liquid or save for another use.) Let cool slightly, then shred the chicken into bite-size pieces with two forks. Transfer to a bowl and stir in salsa.
Serve the chicken, lettuce, cheese and tortillas separately for build-your-own tacos.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, June 2017

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

354	Calories
12g	Fat
25g	Carbs
36g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 4 taco halves
Calories 354
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 25g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	15%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 36g	71%
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 6g	28%
Cholesterol 109mg	36%
Vitamin A 2414IU	48%
Vitamin C 2mg	2%
Folate 50mcg	12%
Sodium 397mg	17%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 2mg	8%
Magnesium 81mg	19%
Potassium 638mg	14%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Build-Your-Own Chicken Tacos

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