tortillas Archives - Cooking Classy with a sprinkle of fancy Thu, 22 May 2025 03:35:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 44235149 Chicken Caesar Wrap https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-avocado-caesar-salad-wrap/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-avocado-caesar-salad-wrap/#comments Wed, 21 May 2025 16:08:17 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=25034 This Chicken Caesar Wrap is a hearty, flavor loaded wrap layered with tender pieces of chicken, crisp lettuce leaves, bright tomatoes, rich avocados and a homemade creamy caesar dressing. It's such a satisfying summery lunch!

Close up photo of chicken caesar salad wrap in whole wheat tortillas.

Lately I've been loving wraps more than ever! They are such a welcome change to the same old sandwiches or salads we've had far too often.

Here you take a basic caesar salad, add in upgrades of avocados, chicken and tomatoes, along with a cool caesar dressing (and nix the croutons because the carbs on carbs seems overkill). Then wrap it all up in a jumbo tortilla and you've got a colorful, loaded wrap everyone will be envious of at your lunch hour (plus they are perfect for dinner too).

Yes, you could go the cheater route and use a store-bought caesar dressing to save time, but really this homemade caesar dressing makes the recipe what it is. Plus is easy to prep and most definitely worth the extra bit of effort and ingredients (many of which are kitchen staples).

And if you are wanting to live on the edge and splurge you could even take these chicken caesar wraps one step further and add cooked crumbled bacon. No one will complain!

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Shredded Beef Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/shredded-beef-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/shredded-beef-tacos/#comments Sun, 03 Nov 2024 16:49:00 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/shredded-beef-tacos/ Crockpot Shredded Beef Tacos made with well seasoned, chili spiced chuck roast that simmers low and slow until it's melt in your mouth tender. Completely delicious layered into warmed tortillas with all your favorite toppings!

Recipe also includes stovetop and Instant Pot cooking methods.

Want to take these to the next level? Serve them over homemade corn tortillas or flour tortillas.

Close up photo of shredded beef tacos with toppings.

Shredded Beef Tacos

This is truly a family favorite recipe! I first shared it way back in 2012 it was one of my original go-to recipes and still is! I make it all the time for parties, family get togethers, weeknight meals and for freeze ahead meal prep.

It's one of the easiest things you can make, the beef is so tender and brimming with flavor, and people of all ages enjoy these tacos.

Personally I'm a total food snob and will only make this using the method of browning before slow-cooking, but for really busy people you can skip the browning method and you'll still have a tasty dinner.

The other great thing about this shredded beef taco recipe is that you can use leftover beef for so many other dishes such as enchiladas, taquitos, nachos, quesadillas, tamales or burritos. And if you are in a hurry you can just serve these street taco style with simply the beef, cilantro, onion and lime.

I've also updated this recipe with notes including a stove-top cooking option for those of you who don't have a slow cooker or just prefer it to be ready faster. And I've also included and option for cooking it in a pressure cooker. Of the three I like slow cooking the best but use what works for you and your schedule and the equipment you have.

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Huevos Rancheros https://www.cookingclassy.com/huevos-rancheros/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/huevos-rancheros/#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2024 04:44:41 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=73374 Flavorful and hearty Huevos Rancheros - A deliciously scrumptious Mexican breakfast made with fresh ingredients, served warm and cozy, and sure to satisfy those bright spicy cravings. You'll have these devoured in minutes!

Huevos rancheros served tortillas, salsa ranchero, fried eggs, avocado, and cotija.

What are Huevos Rancheros?

Huevos Rancheros is a traditional Mexican dish made up of warmed corn tortillas, a cooked salsa (red tomato salsa or green tomatillo salsa), and fried eggs. It is pronounced way-vows-rhan-che-rohs and translates meaning rancher's eggs.

They are frequently served with refried beans or black beans on top or as a side, and you can garnish them with various toppings.

This version is easy to prepare and is fairly quick compared to other versions. That is thanks to a food processor, because we skip the option of roasting the tomatoes and veggies for speed (though there's no lack in fresh flavor), and here  the recipe calls for ground chili powder rather than managing the steps of whole dried peppers.

This Huevos Rancheros is practically perfect and such a welcome comforting way to start the day. You may even likely find you are craving it for not only breakfast but lunch or dinner too!

Make it a complete meal served with chorizo or sausage, and don't forget that side of beans.

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Chicken Fajitas https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-fajitas/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-fajitas/#comments Tue, 10 Sep 2024 18:26:45 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=51875 Chicken Fajitas - This easy, restaurant quality recipe is made with deliciously seasoned chicken, a trio of fresh bell peppers and tender crisp onions all served atop warmed tortillas. It's a family favorite recipe we've used countless times over!

Want to make the best fajitas ever? Then be sure to serve with my homemade flour tortillas if time allows (prep while the chicken marinates). Easily worth the extra bit of effort!

Three chicken fajitas in flour tortillas shown with various toppings.

Easy Homemade Chicken Fajitas

Chicken fajitas are most commonly made with chicken breasts but chicken thighs are the best, and this is my tested and perfected recipe I'm so happy to share with you!

Chicken is soaked in a seasoned, lime and oil based marinade then pan seared in a hot cast iron skillet to achieve a flavorful charred exterior with crisped edges, and juicy, tender interior.

After which fresh multi-color bell peppers, and boldly flavored onions and garlic are sautéed to a perfect tender crisp texture in the same piping hot skillet.

Then to assemble fajitas chicken is sliced, and mounded over flour tortillas along with those flavorful veggies.

It's a restaurant favorite, classic Tex-Mex recipe you'll never want to lose!

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Tofu Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/tofu-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/tofu-tacos/#comments Fri, 10 May 2024 15:07:56 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=71477 Fast, easy and flavorful Tofu Tacos! Made with inexpensive, protein rich, well seasoned tofu, corn tortillas and plenty of fresh toppings. You'll likely be surprised to find your whole family loving these!

Close up photo of tofu tacos.Healthy Tofu Tacos

For a long time tofu has had have a bad name. Not many people seem to care for it, and I used to be one of them. But I'm telling you if you season it right it can actually be really delicious and even something you'll want to make again and again!

In these tofu tacos the tofu is abundantly seasoned with a variety of Mexican spices, soy sauce and lime juice which builds up much more depth and a welcome vibrant flavor.

Believe it or not you may find you like them just as much as the classic ground beef tacos! And these are a healthier alternative to rotate with, plus tofu is about half the price of ground beef and ground turkey.

These tacos come together quickly for a simple weeknight meal, they are perfectly filling, and they make a great leftover lunch the next day if you have any left.

If you haven't given tofu a chance yet I'd say this is an excellent place to start. And as always with tacos, just be sure to pile high all those tasty toppings!

Row of ground tofu tacos shown from the side with lime wedges for serving.

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Steak Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/steak-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/steak-tacos/#comments Wed, 25 May 2022 22:42:09 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=64422 The BEST Steak Tacos recipe! Steak pieces are soaked in a simple lime and ancho chili seasoned marinade and quickly pan seared in a super hot skillet until just perfectly browned. From there it's layered on tortillas and finished with your favorite toppings!

Single steak taco with avocado, cilantro and red onion shown close up.

Easy Skillet Steak Tacos

Tacos are one of the best foods out there and these steak tacos are no exception!

They are brimming with bright lime flavor and delicious seasonings, the hint of honey in the marinade helps the steak sear beautifully, and the toppings that crown them are the perfect finishing highlight.

The key here is just to pick out good quality steak. I recommend looking for sirloin with a generous amount of marbling or using prime grade. Marbling is the fat swirled throughout the steak, more marbling means more flavor and a more tender piece of meat (I buy prime top sirloin at Costco for about $10 a pound, it's a great place to get good quality steak).

I think it's safe to say these tacos will quickly become a family favorite! They take little effort yet finish with big flavor.

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Photo of marinated and seared steak pieces for tacos.

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Salmon Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/salmon-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/salmon-tacos/#comments Thu, 19 May 2022 04:37:22 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=64189 Easy Salmon Tacos! Salmon fillets are rubbed with a simple spice blend then pan seared until beautifully browned. From there salmon is flaked and served over warmed tortillas with a simple citrusy cabbage slaw. They are unbelievably delicious!

Salmon Tacos shown on a white oval platter on a marble surface. Salmon tacos a layered with corn tortillas, fish taco slaw, seasoned pan seared salmon, and queso fresco cheese.

The Best Fish Tacos with Salmon

When you want a quick dinner that doesn't skimp on flavor these salmon tacos are an excellent choice!

They are layered with an abundance of fresh Baja-style flavor.

You get that classic masa taste from the tortilla, the complexity of well seasoned salmon in the filling, vibrant lime and creamy richness from the taco slaw, and a highlight of herbaceous finish from the cilantro.

And I think you'll appreciate the layering of a trio of textures - including a soft and chewy tortilla, buttery salmon, and crunchy cabbage.

It's all the perfect blend and a dish fit for company!

Close up photo of flaked seared salmon taco.

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Ground Turkey Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/ground-turkey-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/ground-turkey-tacos/#comments Wed, 30 Jun 2021 19:12:47 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=59400 Turkey Tacos - includes a filling of lean ground turkey that's seasoned with fresh salsa and plenty of spices, then it's layered into warmed tortillas and finished with all the best classic taco toppings!

Photo: 7 ground turkey tacos in a row shown on a white oval platter from above. Tacos are filled with meat, tomatoes, lettuce, cheese and red onion.

Easy Ground Turkey Tacos Recipe

Weeknights usually call for quick recipes, like these simple turkey tacos.

They have a quick prep and can be ready in 30 minutes! We even simplify with a store-bought salsa to save time, and you could also go the pre-shredded lettuce and pre-shredded cheese route for more short-cuts.

Or just assign help with toppings to a family member or friend if they'll get to enjoy the meal too and you can have dinner ready in a flash!

These healthy turkey tacos are definitely an upgrade from your standard taco seasoning packet tacos. The secret is to add some freshness (bright salsa, garlic, cilantro) and your own blend of spices.

It's a recipe destined to become a regular on the dinner menu!

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Wondering what to serve with tacos?

Here are a few classic options:

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Chicken Tacos https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-tacos/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/chicken-tacos/#comments Wed, 23 Sep 2020 02:45:27 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=56648 Easy Chicken Tacos! Made with tender and juicy pan seared chicken thighs that have been generously seasoned with Mexican spices, and finished with bright lime and cilantro. It's a recipe you can have ready in 30 minutes!

Overhead image of row of six chicken tacos on a white oval serving platter.

Quick and Easy Chicken Tacos

These will quickly become a favorite weeknight dinner recipe! And they make great leftovers too, that is of course if there happens to be a single bite size piece left.

You'll love these tacos because not only are they super fast and incredibly flavorful, but no grill is required and they are brimming with delicious, fresh Mexican flavor!

And the way the chicken perfectly browns up (even blackens a little) and get's nice crispy edges in a hot skillet is completely satisfying.

Then for serving, you've got options. You can serve with just the staples - onion, cilantro and lime. Like a street taco.

Or you can go all out and pile them up with lettuce, queso fresco (or other Mexican cheese), pico de gallo, guacamole or avocado, grilled corn, pickled onions or jalapeños, or loads of Mexican hot sauce.

I usually like to add the works when I've got time. But really this chicken is so good you could eat it all on it's own with a side of Mexican rice and you'd still have an amazing dinner!

Close up image of chicken tacos in corn tortillas with various toppings such as onions, cilantro and tomatoes.

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Taco Casserole https://www.cookingclassy.com/taco-casserole/ https://www.cookingclassy.com/taco-casserole/#comments Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:52:17 +0000 https://www.cookingclassy.com/?p=56347 Taco Casserole - all the delicious flavors of a ground beef taco in loaded up and layered casserole form! It's destined to become a new staple dinner recipe!

Close up image of slice of layered taco casserole being removed from baking dish.

Taco Bake Casserole Recipe

I'd say tacos are easily one of the worlds best foods so of course you could never have too many ways to prepare them. Especially when it's a fun twist, and absolute comfort food like this!

Hearty corn tortillas are layered with a perfectly seasoned beef filling that's also loaded up with lots of veggies, then it's topped with tons of cheese. And it's layered again and again.

It's like a Tex-Mex lasagna and it's undeniably delicious!

And you can top it off to your hearts content with all your favorite taco toppings. Or just leave it as is and you'll still have an perfectly tasty meal in one.

Overhead image of taco casserole in glass baking dish set over a blue cloth.

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