Black Bean Chicken Tacos

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From tasteofhome.com

Prep: 30 min. Cook: 15 min. 

Yield: 8 Servings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

•  Tortillas
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon warm water
  
• Filling
• 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
• 2 cups salsa
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped ripe olives, sour cream and additional salsa, optional

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon cumin. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Stir in enough water for mixture to form a ball. Knead on a floured surface for 1 minute. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine the chicken, salsa, beans, onion powder, chili powder and remaining cumin. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.
• For tortillas, divide dough into eight balls; roll each ball into an 8-in. circle. In an ungreased skillet, cook tortillas, one at a time, until lightly browned, about 30 seconds on each side.
• Layer between pieces of waxed paper or paper towel; keep warm. Spoon chicken mixture over half of each tortilla and fold over. Serve with lettuce, cheese, olives, sour cream and salsa if desired. Yield: 8 servings.