Chimichurri Chicken Taco Filling Recipe

Loaded with herbs, jalapeño and lime zest, this chimichurri chicken makes a tasty taco filling but can also be served on a bed of rice.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breasts
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
• 1 tbsp concentrated chicken bouillon paste or 1 chicken bouillon cube
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp lime zest
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp salt and pepper


INSTRUCTIONS

1. Toss together chicken, jalapeño, parsley, basil, bouillon, mustard, garlic, lime zest, oregano, salt and pepper.

2. Add chicken mixture to Microwavable Meal Prep Bags. Vacuum seal in bag as per FoodSaver® vacuum appliance guidelines. Freeze for up to 3 months.

3. When ready to cook, place bag printed side down or standing up in microwave oven. Microwave for 7 to 8 minutes. (While cooking, the bag may slowly inflate and deflate. A vent in the bag will allow steam to escape and a slight whistling sound may be heard.)

4.Wait for 30 to 60 seconds before opening carefully.

Tips
• If desired, drizzle with olive oil before serving.
• Serve in warm tortillas with guacamole, shredded coleslaw mix and crumbled feta cheese.

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 1/2 recipe
Calories 230
Total Fat 5g
Saturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 125mg
Sodium 1440mg
Carbohydrate 4g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 42g
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 45mg
Iron 1.2mg
Potassium 490mg

NUTRITION CLAIMS

none applicable