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A pan filled with browned ground meat being stirred with a wooden spoon, reminiscent of the savory filling for baked chicken tacos. The yellow pan rests on a marbled countertop, and the meat appears seasoned and cooked, boasting a slightly oily texture.
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Ground Chicken Taco Meat

This Ground Chicken Taco Meat is perfect for busy weeknights. With a million ways to serve and ready in about 15 minutes, this flavorful chicken is a great recipe for the whole family to put their own spin on taco night.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 81kcal
Author: Danielle Lima

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lean ground chicken, 96/4
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1.5 Tbsp. ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

Instructions

  • Spray a large pan with nonstick spray over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook breaking into bite size pieces for approximately 5 minutes until no longer pink.
  • While the meat cooks make the taco seasoning. Add the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, water and lime juice to a small mixing bowl. Combine. 
  • Lower the heat to a simmer, add the taco seasoning paste and stir to combine. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes. 
  • Add to hard shell, soft shell, baked tacos or taco salads and bowls. 

Notes

  • ¼ cup (58g) of the taco chicken meat is the perfect serving size for hard taco shells hard, soft tacos or baked tacos.
  • Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary with substitutions. 

Nutrition

Serving: 58g | Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g
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