Chicken Nugget Taco Salads Recipes

CHICKEN NUGGET TACOS WITH LIME DRESSING

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

CHICKEN NUGGET TACO SALADS

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.

NEELY'S CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onions, red bell peppers, garlic and jalapeno and saute until tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chicken and saute until browned, breaking it up with the back of a wooden spoon as you cook. Stir in the chili powder and cumin and let toast for a few stirs. Add the beans and let cook until warmed through.
• Mix the yogurt and salsa together in a small bowl.
• Toss the chopped lettuce, cherry tomatoes, tortilla chips, cheese, cilantro, sauteed chicken and bean mixture all in a large bowl and dress with the yogurt and salsa.

CHICKEN NUGGET TACOS

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.

CHICKEN NUGGETS CHICKEN SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium sized bowl, combine all ingredients mixing well.
• If mixture looks a little too dry,add a little more mayonnaise until.
• desired moistness is reached.
• Now taste to see if seasonings need to be adjusted.
• Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

CHICKEN NUGGET TACOS

Steps:

• Bake chicken nuggets as directed on package. Cover to keep warm. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Heat taco shells and tortillas as directed on box.
• Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sour cream, taco seasoning mix and enough milk for desired consistency. Set aside.
• Fill each taco shell and tortilla with 2 chicken nuggets, cheese, lettuce and salsa. Drizzle each with sour cream mixture.

GRILLED CHICKEN TACO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Mix black beans, salsa, 1/2 cup cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl; set aside.
• Stir chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and olive oil in a bowl until smooth; rub mixture over chicken breasts.
• Cook chicken breasts on preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). While the chicken is cooking, place tortillas on grill and grill until lightly brown on both sides, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into long thin strips. Divide chicken strips over tortillas and top with bean mixture, lettuce, and remaining 1/2 cup cilantro. Serve with avocado, lime wedges, and sour cream.