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Authentic chicken birria tacos recipe

Authentic chicken birria tacos recipe

Anna Warden
Originating from the heart of Jalisco, Mexico, these tasty treats are now winning hearts globally. Why wouldn’t they? Imagine soft corn tortillas filled with spiced shredded chicken, topped with just the right amount of cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 376 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Rotisserie Chicken
  • 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground Cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 bay leaves
  • 1 Cup Mexican Cheese Shredded
  • 12 Corn Tortillas
  • Olive Oil

For the Sweet Chile Sauce

  • 1 Ancho Chiles
  • 1 Chiles de Arbol
  • 1 cup Root Beer or Coke
  • 2 1/3 Cups Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Water

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Chicken

  • Start by shredding the rotisserie chicken. You’ll need to get into the nooks and crannies, ensuring every bit of meat is utilized.

Step 2: Mix the Seasonings

  • Combine the chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, oregano, and ground cinnamon. Rub this spice mix all over the shredded chicken.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  • In a large skillet, heat a bit of olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and the bay leaf. Cook for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld. Remove the bay leaf after cooking.

Step 4: Prepare the Sweet Chile Sauce

  • Soak the ancho and de arbol chiles in hot water for about 30 minutes. Blend these chiles with root beer, brown sugar, garlic powder, cornstarch, and a cup of water. Simmer over low heat until the sauce thickens.

Step 5: Assemble the Tacos

  • Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet. Fill each tortilla with the seasoned chicken and a sprinkle of shredded Mexican cheese. Serve hot alongside the sweet chile sauce.

Notes

Warm tortillas properly: Use a hot skillet to warm the tortillas; it makes them pliable and enhances their flavor.
Finely shred chicken: This ensures every bite is filled with flavor.
Don’t rush soaking chiles: Give them time to soften for the best sauce.
Use cheese sparingly: Let the chicken and sauce be the stars.
Double-check spice levels: Adjust the chili powder and smoked paprika according to your heat preference.

Nutrition

Calories: 376kcal
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