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Healthy Rotisserie Chicken Tacos – Easy, Fresh, and Weeknight-Friendly

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Rotisserie chicken: About 3 cups shredded (skin removed for a leaner taco).
  • Corn or whole-wheat tortillas: 8–10 small tortillas. Choose corn for gluten-free.
  • Spice blend: 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp onion powder, 1/4–1/2 tsp kosher salt, black pepper to taste.
  • Lime: 1–2 limes, for juice and wedges.
  • Fresh cilantro: Roughly chopped, about 1/4 cup.
  • Red onion: 1/4 cup finely diced (or pickled red onions for extra tang).
  • Veggies: Shredded cabbage or lettuce (1–2 cups) and diced tomatoes (1 cup) or pico de gallo.
  • Avocado: 1 ripe, sliced or mashed (optional but recommended).
  • Greek yogurt or light sour cream: 1/3 cup, for a creamy topping or quick sauce.
  • Salsa or hot sauce: Your favorite, to taste.
  • Olive oil: 1–2 teaspoons for warming tortillas and the chicken.

Method
 

  1. Prep the chicken: Remove skin and bones, then shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces. Aim for about 3 cups.
  2. Mix the spices: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Season and warm: Add 1 teaspoon olive oil to a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the shredded chicken and sprinkle on the spice blend. Toss for 2–3 minutes until warmed and fragrant. Squeeze in half a lime. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
  4. Prep toppings: Slice avocado, dice onion and tomatoes, and shred cabbage or lettuce. Set out salsa, yogurt, and lime wedges.
  5. Warm tortillas: Heat a dry skillet over medium-high. Warm each tortilla 20–30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred. Wrap in a clean towel to keep warm.
  6. Build tacos: Layer cabbage or lettuce on each tortilla, add seasoned chicken, then top with onion, tomato or pico, avocado, and a dollop of Greek yogurt or a drizzle of salsa. Finish with a squeeze of lime.
  7. Taste and adjust: Add more lime, a pinch of salt, or hot sauce as needed. Serve immediately.