Shopping List
- Reserved shredded rotisserie chicken (from Lunch Prep)
- 1 (10-ounce) can red or green enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 teaspoon Tajin seasoning
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 8-12 flour or corn tortillas
Baja Chicken Tacos with
Mexican Street Corn Salad
Kitchen Insight: Smart Shortcuts Make Great Dinners
Rotisserie chicken and a good can of enchilada sauce aren't shortcuts-they're smart ingredients. They save time while delivering the kind of flavor that would otherwise take hours to build.
The same goes for prepared meats. Costco and many grocery stores sell excellent carnitas, shredded beef, and seasoned steak that work beautifully in recipes.
Our rule? If it tastes good, use it.
Meal Snapshot
Serves: 4-6 People
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Hands-on Time: 20 minutes
Skill Level: Easy
Clean-Up: Easy
It's Friday—and you made it! Tonight we're celebrating with an easy, flavor-packed taco night the whole family will love.
Rotisserie chicken you prepped earlier in the week simmers in enchilada sauce until it's rich and delicious.
Pair it with a bright, creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad and all your favorite toppings for a meal that's simple, satisfying, and made for weekend vibes.
Meal Game Plan
1. Warm the Chicken
What you'll NEED
- Reserved shredded rotisserie
chicken (from Lunch Prep) - 1(10-ounce) can red or green enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
What you'll DO
Combine everything in a skillet over medium-low heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is hot and has absorbed the sauce.
2. Make the Street Corn Salad
What you'll NEED
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4 cups frozen fire-roasted corn, thawed
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¼ cup mayonnaise
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½ cup sour cream
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 teaspoon Tajin seasoning
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½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
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¼ cup chopped cilantro
What you'll DO
Mix everything together until evenly coated. Taste and adiust with salt and lime juice if needed.
3. Warm the Tortillas
What you'll NEED
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8-12 flour or corn tortillas
What you'll DO
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or wrap them in foil and heat in a low oven until soft and pliable.
4. Build the Tacos
What you'll NEED
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Chicken (from Step 1)
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Warm tortillas (from Step 3)
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Fresh cilantro
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Lime wedges
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Other toppings (optional)
What you'll DO
Fill each tortilla with the saucy chicken and top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime. Or serve everything family-style and let everyone build their
own perfect taco.
Serve with the Street Corn Salad and pair with an ice-cold margarita or Mexican lager for the perfect Friday dinner.