Rotisserie Chicken Tacos with taco-seasoned chicken, crispy shells, and your favorite toppingsโready in just 30 minutes!
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
I love tacosโChicken, Shrimp, and Beef are my top picks. But sometimes, making tacos can take longer than I want.
Thatโs why I created these Rotisserie Chicken Tacos. With pre-cooked, seasoned chicken, the filling is ready in minutes. Just add a few spices, scoop the meat into crispy shells, top with cheese, and dinnerโs ready!
Quick Tip
To save even more time, grab pre-shredded chicken. Mainstream grocery stores often have it ready to go. Itโs a bit more expensive but perfect when youโre in a hurry!
Rotisserie Chicken Taco Ingredients
- Chicken: Use a fresh, warm chicken. Remove bones and shred or slice thinly.
- Spices: Cumin, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon bring the flavor! Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Tomato Paste: Adds rich, deep flavor.
Rotisserie Chicken Taco Toppings to Pick From
- Cheese: Grate fresh cheese for better melting. Sharp cheddar is my favorite.
- Lettuce: Shred finely for a crisp, light topping. Romaine or Iceberg works great.
- Avocado: Pick ripe, soft avocados. Slice, dice, or use guacamole as a tasty topping.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Chop up small.
- Sour Cream: Use full-fat or light, or swap with plain Greek yogurt.
- Cilantro-Lime Sauce: The best taco sauce!
How Much Chicken You Need for Tacos
For these Rotisserie Chicken Tacos, youโll need 3 cups of shredded chicken. A standard rotisserie chicken typically yields about 4 cups of meat. Use the extra chicken in this Chicken Pot Pie recipe!
What to Serve On The Side
- Rice: Serve cilantro-lime rice or baked Mexican rice.
- Beans: Refried beans, black beans, or pinto beans are great sides.
- Salad: A simple Mexican salad or corn salad adds freshness.
- Chips and Dip: Serve with guac, salsa, or queso.
Storage
- Chicken: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3โ4 days.
- Toppings: Store lettuce, avocado, and sour cream separately to keep them fresh.
- Taco Shells: Leave in their original packaging to stay crisp.
More Easy Chicken Dinners
- Chicken Stir Fryย ready in 30 minutes or less
- Crispy Chicken Saladย with a five-ingredient honey BBQ dressing
- Pesto Chicken Tortelliniย with sun-dried tomatoes
- Greek Chickenย with a simple sauce
- Chicken Chow Meinย in 30 minutes or less!
Rotisserie Chicken Tacos
Whip up these Rotisserie Chicken Tacos for a quick, flavorful dinner! Tender chicken, crispy tortillas, and all your favorite toppings.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder see note 1
- 1-1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup hot water
- 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 teaspoon sugar optional
- 1 lime
- 12 stand-up crispy corn tortillas
- 2 cups freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese divided
- Toppings as desired see note 2
Instructionsย
- Combine cumin, paprika, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon powder in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste (I start with 1/2 teaspoon of each). Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the spices and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato paste and hot water, stirring until smooth. Simmer over medium heat for 2โ4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the shredded chicken to the sauce and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning to taste with more salt, pepper, or a pinch of sugar if needed. Squeeze in fresh lime juice (I add 1-2 tablespoons). Remove from heat.
- If desired, divide 1 cup of cheese among the bottoms of the taco shells and broil for 1โ2 minutes until melted (watch closely to avoid burning!). Fill the shells with chicken and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on topโit will melt from the warm chicken. Add your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and sour cream. Serve immediately!
Final step! Please let us know how it was by leaving a review.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: I use Knorrยฎ Seasoning Granulated Chicken Bouillon. You can use chicken broth in place of the water and bouillon.
Note 2: Toppings: shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine), pico de gallo or chopped cherry tomatoes, cilantro, fresh lime, avocado, sour cream, etc. (whatever you love on your chicken tacos!)
Storage: Store leftover Rotisserie Chicken Tacos by keeping each part separate. Refrigerate chicken in an airtight container for 3-4 days!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 178kcal | Carbohydrates: 13.8g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 37.1mg | Sodium: 114.3mg | Fiber: 1.9g | Sugar: 0.7g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Made this for dinner last night โ needed something easy, delicious and healthy โ hit all the marks!
Iโm so thrilled to hear this! Thanks so much!
I made this and the entire family loved it! I was bracing myself for my young granddaughters to say (once again), that โItโs too spicyโ, but they gave it 2 thumbs up. This is definitely my favorite chicken taco filling now. Thank you for the recipe!
Iโm so happy to hear this! These tacos are super kid friendly! Yay! Thanks Kelly!
I dont get what the sugar is for, exactly (?)
Totally optional, but tomato paste can be a little acidic, and a pinch of sugar helps mellow it out nicely.