Creamy Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Cups Recipe By Tasty

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Place the chicken breasts, 2 teaspoons of salt, peppercorns, onion, whole garlic cloves, bay leaves, and water in a large pot.
• Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
• Once the water is simmering, cook for 10 minutes, until the chicken registers 165°F (74°C) when pierced with an instant-read thermometer.
• Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and discard the cooking liquid. Using 2 forks, pull the chicken apart until shredded.
• In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
• Add the corn, bell pepper, and a pinch of salt and sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 2 minutes.
• Add the chipotle peppers and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Add the shredded chicken and mix until everything is well incorporated.
• Add the lime juice and mix to incorporate.
• Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken cool for 5 minutes before spooning into the lettuce leaves.
• Top with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
• Enjoy!

CHICKEN TACO LETTUCE CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Place the chicken breasts, salt, peppercorns, onion, whole garlic cloves, bay leaves, and water in a large pot.
• Cover the pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
• Once the water is simmering, cook for 10 minutes, until the chicken registers 165°F (74°C) when pierced with an instant-read thermometer.
• Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and reserve at least ¾ cup (180 ml) of the cooking liquid to use as broth. Using 2 forks, pull the chicken apart until shredded.
• In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil over medium heat until shimmering.
• Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, chili powder, and oregano. Sauté until the oil is bubbling and very fragrant, about 2 minutes.
• Add the chicken broth and stir until the liquid has reduced and thickened slightly, about 7 minutes.
• Add the shredded chicken and mix until everything is well incorporated.
• Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken cool for 5 minutes before spooning into the lettuce leaves.
• Top with shredded cheese and diced tomatoes
• Enjoy!