Betty Crocker Cantina Chicken Tacos

When it comes to family-friendly dinners that are quick, easy, and delicious, nothing beats a good taco night. We’re here to help you elevate your taco game with this mouthwatering recipe. You’ll love the combination of our crunchy Old El Paso™ Stand 'n Stuff Taco Shells and slightly spicy Creamy Salsa Verde Sauce.

The origins of tacos can be traced back to Mexico long before the arrival of Europeans. Early versions of tacos were likely a convenient way to hold and consume spicy fillings. Thin slices of meat grilled on coals were placed in tortillas and served with a variety of toppings.

Tacos gained widespread popularity outside of Mexico as immigrants brought their culinary traditions to the United States. By the 20th century, tacos had become an integral part of American cuisine. This led to the creation of various delicious adaptations, such as the ones you’re about to make!

In the United States, October 4th was officially National Taco Day for years, until 2024. Going forward, National Taco Day will occur on the first Tuesday of October. This ensures the occasion always falls on a “Taco Tuesday.”

The record for the largest taco was set in 2019 in Querétaro, Mexico. It measured an incredible 335 feet long! Our tacos are about 6 inches long, but we think they’re still pretty impressive.

Worldwide, the most popular taco toppings include cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and salsa. While these basic toppings are great, for this special taco, we chose to mix it up a bit with different veggies and spicy sauces. Feel free to substitute your favorite crunchy veggies and use your favorite hot sauce for these yummy tacos.