Description
These Leftover Turkey Tacos transform your cooked turkey meat into a flavorful and juicy filling simmered in beer, chipotles, and salsa. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal, these tacos are topped with fresh onion, queso fresco, and cilantro for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked turkey meat, shredded
- 12 ounces beer
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
- 2 chipotles in adobo, diced
- 2 cups salsa
Toppings and Tortillas
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 4 ounces queso fresco, crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 10 (6-inch) flour tortillas
Instructions
- Prepare the Turkey Filling: Combine the shredded turkey, beer, adobo sauce, diced chipotles, and salsa in a slow cooker. Set it to cook on low for 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the turkey to become tender and juicy. Alternatively, you can simmer the mixture on the stove over low heat for about 1 hour if a slow cooker is unavailable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Once the turkey filling is ready, divide it evenly among the flour tortillas. Top each taco with finely diced red onion, crumbled queso fresco, and chopped cilantro to add freshness and texture.
- Storage: Store any leftover turkey filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat gently before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute the flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- If you prefer a spicier taco, add extra diced chipotles or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
- Leftover turkey filling can be used as a topping for nachos or mixed into rice bowls.
- For a quicker option, use pre-made salsa and shredded rotisserie turkey.
