Best Taco Chicken Nuggets Recipes

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CHICKEN NUGGET TACOS WITH LIME DRESSING



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Chicken Nugget Tacos with Lime Dressing is mildly spiced chicken nuggets in a soft taco and drizzled with a zesty lime dressing and a family favorite for Taco Tuesdays !

Provided by Linda Nortje

Categories     Light Dinner

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 17

675 g Chicken Fillets, cubed small ( 1 1/2 pounds )
2 t Fresh Garlic, crushed
1 t Salt
1 cup Buttermilk
2 cups Self-Raising Flour
2 t Cayenne Pepper
1 TB Paprika
1 TB Dried Oregano
1/2 t Black Pepper
Oil , for deep-fry
3 TB Mayonnaise
1 small Lime, juice and zest
1 t Fresh Garlic, crushed
1 t Water
8 Soft Flour Tortillas, medium size (heat just before use)
2 cups Roma Tomatoes, quartered
2 cups Lettuce, shredded

Steps:

  • Toss together the Chicken, Garlic, Salt and Buttermilk - place in a marinating container and marinade 30 minutes
  • Combine the Flour, Cayenne Pepper, Paprika, Oregano and Black Pepper in a medium bowl
  • Heat the Oil for deep-fry
  • Meanwhile, shake off the excess marinade from the Chicken - dip into the Flour mixture and deep-fry 2 - 3 minutes in small batches - transfer to a paper towel lined plate and keep warm until all the Chicken are cooked
  • Dressing: Whisk together the Mayonnaise, Lime zest and juice, Garlic and Water - keep aside until needed.
  • To assemble: Scatter some Lettuce over one half of each warmed Tortilla, top with Tomato and Chicken Nuggets - drizzle over some Dressing - fold over the other half of the Tortilla

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 75 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 14 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 Taco, Sodium 1006 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat

CHICKEN NUGGET TACO SALADS



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Trying to get the kids to eat more salad greens? Try this new twist on a taco salad using chicken nuggets; it will surely be a hit with the whole family.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 box (12 oz) frozen breaded chicken nuggets
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1/2 cup sour cream
1 bag (9 oz) romaine lettuce with carrots
1 1/4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (5 oz)
1 can (11 oz) southwestern style whole kernel corn with onions, black beans and red bell peppers
2 large plum (Roma) tomatoes, coarsely chopped (1 1/3 cups)

Steps:

  • Bake chicken nuggets as directed on package. Pour 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce into large custard cup. Dip nuggets, one at a time, into enchilada sauce; shake off excess. Place coated nuggets back on pan. Bake 2 to 3 minutes longer or until hot.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining enchilada sauce and sour cream with whisk; set aside.
  • Divide lettuce among 5 dinner plates. Top with cheese, corn and tomatoes. Top with chicken nuggets. Drizzle with dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1080 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

BUFFALO CHICKEN TACOS



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[DRAFT]

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h16m

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 Mission® Life Balance® Whole Wheat Tortillas
1 cup Mission® Guacamole Flavored Dip
1 lb Skinless Boneless Chicken Breast
3 tbsp Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce
To Coat, Non-Stick Cooking Spray
1 Green Bell Pepper, cut into thin strips
½ Red Onion, cut into thin strips
½ cup Cilantro Leaves, hand picked
12 Baby Carrots, rinsed
12 Celery Sticks
1 cup Blue Cheese Dressing, prepared bottle

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat charcoal or indoor grill to medium-high heat. 2. Place cleaned chicken breasts into a gallon size zipper storage bag, add hot sauce and toss; close and refrigerate for 30 minutes. 3. After 30 minutes remove chicken from refrigerator. Spray each side of the marinated chicken with non-stick cooking spray; place on pre-heated grill and cook for 8 minutes per side or until cooked through. Place cooked chicken onto your work surface and allow to cool for a few minutes. Slice each chicken breast into thin strips cutting across the breast. 4. Warm Mission® Tortillas. Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of Mission® Guacamole Flavored Dip edge to edge. 5. Lay 5-6 slices of chicken across the middle of each tortilla, top chicken with 5 strips of green bell pepper, red onion and a tablespoon of cilantro leaves. 6. Starting at the bottom roll tortilla forward to form a cylinder, repeat process for remaining tortillas. 7. Serve a portion of tacos (two tacos) with 3 baby carrots, 3 celery sticks and a ¼ cup of blue cheese dressing in a small ramekin.
  • - These colorful tacos contain a number of nutrients that can help to maintain good health including heart healthy lean protein, omega fatty acids and vitamin A. - Reduce the fat content of this recipe by lightening the avocado topping with low fat or fat free ranch dressing. - Use the pre-roasted whole chickens, and shred the meat for ease of preparation. - Use your favorite microwavable chicken nuggets and toss these in hot sauce for ease of preparation. - For another time saving idea; but pre cut celery sticks.

TACO CHICKEN NUGGETS



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This is always one of the first things to disappear during parties! (If you use the egg substitute and no butter it won't be as crispy, but will be low fat.)

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 1 platter

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup breadcrumbs
1 package taco seasoning
1 egg (or egg substitute)
2 tablespoons melted butter (can omit)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into nuggets
picante sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Mix crumbs, taco seasonings and butter.
  • Dip nuggets into egg, then into crumbs, coating evenly.
  • Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake 10-15 minutes til chicken is done and coating is crisp.
  • Serve with Picante Sauce for dipping.

CHICKEN NUGGET TACOS



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Your kids will be in dinner heaven when you combine two of their favorite dinner into one with these chicken nugget tacos. And you'll be in dinner heaven because the recipe features frozen chicken nuggets, which are probably already in your freezer. You can use quality chicken in this kid-friendly dish. Nuggets don't have to be a guilty pleasure. Use a healthier variety such as Ian's or Applegate Farms. Look for coupons in the Sunday newspaper and at mambosprouts.com to save on pricey cuts.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 8 tacos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 (12 ounce) boxes frozen chicken nuggets
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 large ripe avocado, diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 scallions, white and light green parts, chopped
1 small red bell pepper, seeded and diced
3 cups fresh corn (from about 4 medium ears) or 3 cups frozen corn kernels (from about 4 medium ears)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
salt, to taste
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange chicken nuggets on baking sheet and sprinkle with chili powder. Bake until crispy and cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Combine avocado and lime juice in a small bowl. Warm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add scallions and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add corn and saute until warmed through, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in cilantro and season with salt.
  • Divide corn mixture among tortillas, top each with 2 or 4 chicken nuggets and some avocado mixture. Fold over and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.6, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 50.9, Carbohydrate 50.7, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 5.6, Protein 8.1

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