Taco Bell Rolled Chicken Tacos, though not a permanent menu item (they appear for limited times), were a popular menu offering. Here’s a breakdown of what they were::
- Style: They were essentially a type of Mexican flauta or taquito.
- Ingredients:
- Filling: The core ingredient was seasoned, shredded white-meat chicken. Taco Bell doesn’t disclose their specific seasoning blend, but it likely included spices commonly used in Mexican cuisine like chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Shell: A warm, crispy white corn tortilla held the chicken filling.
- Size: They were bite-sized or snack-sized, perfect for a quick and portable meal.
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Taco Bell Rolled Chicken Tacos Recipe
While Taco Bell doesn’t release their exact recipe information, here’s a recipe for homemade Taco Bell Rolled Chicken Tacos inspired by their version:
Rolled Chicken Tacos Taco Bell Ingredients:
- For the Chicken Filling:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles (mild or hot, depending on your preference)
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- For the Tacos:
- 12 corn tortillas (warmed)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Salsa (optional)
- Cilantro (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a pot or skillet with water and the chopped green chiles.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the cooked chicken with two forks. If using, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
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Assemble the Tacos:
- Spread a thin layer of sour cream on each warmed tortilla.
- Top with shredded chicken mixture.
- Roll the tortilla tightly to enclose the filling.
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
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Serve:
- Serve your Rolled Chicken Tacos immediately with your favorite toppings like salsa and cilantro.
Taco Bell Rolled Chicken Tacos Nutrition
- Calories: Around 250-300 (based on similar items)
- Fat: Around 10-15 grams (depending on the amount of chicken and oil used for cooking)
- Carbohydrates: Around 20-30 grams (mostly from the tortilla)
- Protein: Around 15-20 grams (from the chicken)
- Sodium: Around 400-500 milligrams (depending on the seasoning and dipping sauce used)
Q: Does Taco Bell still have rolled Chicken tacos?
A: Taco Bell does not have Rolled Chicken Tacos on their permanent menu. These were a popular limited-time offering that they bring back occasionally.