tex-mex chicken starter

Recipe by
Lynn Dine
Tampa, FL

A recipe I found on the Taste of Home website. This is a recipe to make Tex-Mex flavored chicken that can be used for tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, burritos, taquitos, flautas, chimichangas etc. Makes for a quick start to getting on the table when the chicken is already done. Note: Time doesn't include 1 hour marinating or 30 min. cooling times.

yield 12 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For tex-mex chicken starter

  • 1/2 c
    lemon juice
  • 1/2 c
    canola oil
  • 3 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    each garlic powder, ground cumin, dried coriander and dried oregano
  • 3/4 tsp
    salt
  • 3/4 tsp
    pepper
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp
    cayenne pepper, optional and to taste
  • 3 lb
    boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
  • 3 md
    onions, halved and sliced into rings
  • 4 clove
    garlic, minced

How To Make tex-mex chicken starter

  • 1
    In a large resealable plastic bag, combine lemon juice, oil and seasonings. Add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • 2
    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, bring chicken and marinade to a boil in batches. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 6 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove chicken with tongs to a large bowl.
  • 3
    In the drippings, saute onions and garlic until onions are crisp-tender. Pour over chicken and mix well. Cool for 30 minutes.
  • 4
    Divide mixture among three freezer containers; cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before using.

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