THAI CHICKEN TACOS

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Inspired by a Vietnamese banh mi sandwich, this recipe is an awesome way to use leftover chicken. If you have a little extra time, let the carrot and cucumber marinate in some rice vinegar before taco time. -Melissa Halonen, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 taco shells
1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded
1 bottle (11-1/2 ounces) Thai peanut sauce, divided
1 medium cucumber, julienned
1 medium carrot, julienned
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat taco shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine chicken and 1/2 cup peanut sauce; heat through., In a small bowl, mix cucumber, carrot and cilantro. Serve chicken in taco shells with cucumber mixture and remaining peanut sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 21g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 589mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

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