#Chicken Enchilada

[royal-food]

Chicken Enchilada Pasta

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[rabbitcruiser]

National Taco Day

Have a taco party with friends, go to a Mexican restaurant, or hit up a taco stand for one of the world’s most beloved and time-honored cuisines.

Tacos are the Mexican equivalent of a sandwich. Instead of bread, a hard or soft tortilla is wrapped or folded around a spicy filling. But, also, in essence, these little folded pockets of goodness are so much more than just a sandwich!

And this is the day to find out why. Because it’s National Taco Day!

History of National Taco Day

It is not known exactly when this tasty food originated, but tacos themselves seem to have been around for a long time. They were first referenced by their current name at the end of the 19th century, but the conquistador Cortez mentioned a meal prepared with tortillas as far back as 1520!

Back in those days, this would have been referring to a type of soft wheat or corn tortillas. Hard taco shells are a much more recent innovation. Of course, as Americans got their hands on this delicious food, it has evolved, morphed, and grown into something that is less of a food and more of an institution! And that’s why National Taco Day was created. To celebrate the grand institution of the taco.

While some people may find themselves celebrating this tasty Mexican dish every week on Taco Tuesday, this is a special National Taco Day that only comes around once a year. So get ready to celebrate and enjoy the beauty and flavor of the taco!

How to Celebrate National Taco Day

Enjoying National Taco Day is super easy with all kinds of options that involve making, eating and celebrating everything that has to do with the taco! Try these ideas out for inspiration:

Go Out to a Mexican Restaurant

And this isn’t referring to Taco Bell. On this day, it is important to find the most authentic, genuinely Mexican establishment possible. Preferably this will be a locally owned and operated restaurant, hopefully with a cook who truly has some Mexican roots!

The tacos at a truly authentic Mexican restaurant will be different from what might be found at an Americanized joint. These genuine tacos will be made with soft corn tortillas (not deep-fried or baked) that are filled with meat. 

The meat options will typically be “pollo”, which is chicken, “pastor” which is pork, or “barbacoa” which is usually made with beef. No ground beef here! The meat will have been slow-cooked to perfection in spices that bring the flavor all throughout. 

On top of the meat will be a selection of toppings, such as onions, cilantro, pico de gallo, or even sliced radishes or cucumbers. And they absolutely must be served with lime to be freshly squeezed over them just before eating. Delicious! 

Throw a Taco Party with Friends

Taco day is often celebrated by having taco parties for friends. Of course, the main activity and one of these parties AND the food would all be the same thing: Tacos! Making them and eating them is all part of the fun.

There are many possible combinations when it comes to making tacos–whether at home alone or at a party. Start with a base filling of beef, chicken, fish, seafood, beans, or vegetables, and then mix and match preferred toppings.

For additional flavors, try a favorite combination of sour cream, guacamole, lettuce, chopped tomato, onion, salsa, pico de gallo and cheese for a tasty treat that’s great for sharing.

Try a Unique Take on Tacos

While most people have a basic idea of what a taco would normally be like, the sky’s the limit when it comes to getting creative with this form of cuisine! As long as it comes in a little pocket, almost anything can become a taco. Try out these unique taco recipes to insert a bit more pizazz into National Taco Day:

Hawaiian Huli Huli Chicken Tacos. Taking it from south of the border to over in the pacific, this fusion taco recipe is amazing. Huli Huli is a kind of chicken that is grilled over mesquite barbeque and basted with pineapple juice, soy sauce and fresh ginger. Add a salsa made from pineapple, mango and avocado, and this taco is absolutely to die for.

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Habanero Salsa. The heat of the habanero pepper combines with the fruity sweetness of the mango to create a balance that will bring tears to the eyes. Plus, simmering red onions in a bit of vinegar creates a pickled flavor that brings everything together.

Chicken Cabbage Potato Tacos with Apple Pico de Gallo. Another rather unique one, this one pulls in those random ingredients left in the kitchen and makes them into something absolutely wonderful.

Irish Guiness Tacos. Where would the Irish be without their beer? The pork in this taco is braised with Guiness, bringing out the deep flavors. Add a bit of lime zest and some crema, and this Irish/Mexican fusion is ready to go.

Finish Things Off with Dessert Tacos

Of course, there’s nothing wrong with adding a little sweetness to the end of a meal. People have used all kinds of different ingredients to morph this dish into something dessert-worthy.

Consider these delicious ideas for dessert tacos:

Apple Pie Tacos. Take an all-American dessert like Apple Pie and put it in a Mexican taco? Yes, please! Regular flour tortillas are deep fried into a taco shape and then dipped in a cinnamon sugar concoction. Fill them with apple pie filling and top with a scoop of vanilla or cinnamon ice cream.

Brown Butter Crepe Choco Tacos. Turn those crepes (made with browned butter) into taco shells by draping them over a taco rack. Allow to cool and fill them with all kinds of deliciousness, such as chocolate ice cream and nutella.

Sugar Cookie Fruit Tacos. Folded just slightly, large sugar cookies make the perfect “shell” for a dessert taco. Add chopped fruit, such as strawberries and kiwi, and top with sweetened whipped cream. This is a delightful summer treat!

Waffle Cone Choco Tacos. Make mini waffles into taco shapes instead of cones. Fill with homemade ice cream or frozen custard, and dip into chocolate. Freeze for 20-30 minutes before serving.

Find National Taco Day Discounts and Deals

Depending on the location, some Mexican themed restaurants may be putting out some special deals in honor of National Taco Day. Although they can change every year, here are some places that have offered deals for past National Taco Days:

Taco John’s. This American chain with more than 400 restaurants in 23 states, has been known to give away one free beef taco (crispy or soft shell) to those who have a coupon–which has been sent out on Twitter in previous years.

Del Taco. WIth more than 600 locations in the southern and western United States, this chain has been known to offer BOGO (Buy One, Get One Free) on various taco platters in celebration of the day.

On the Border. Sick of fast food? This chain offers sit-down service but still has been known to sponsor 50 cent tacos for National Taco Day.

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[neilhenry]

Latin American - One-Pan Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Skillet Make this sour cream chicken enchilada recipe for an easy and delicious one-pot meal. Cook everything together with torn tortillas in your skillet.

#chicken enchilada #cuisine #chicken enchilada skillet #pieces #flour #sour cream #heat

[lisaahn]

Recipe for Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup

This creamy chicken enchilada soup made in the slow cooker is packed with flavor from spices, enchilada sauce, and two different kinds of beans. 1 can red enchilada sauce, 2 cups chicken broth, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1.5 tablespoons chili powder, 1 package cream cheese softened and cubed, 1 can black beans drained, 1 can chili beans undrained, 1 teaspoon seasoning salt, 1 can diced tomatoes and green chiles, 1.5 pounds skinless boneless chicken cut in 1-inch pieces, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 3/4 teaspoon ground paprika, 1 cup corn kernels

#corn #spices #cooker #chicken enchilada #slow cooker #enchilada sauce

[lsewell]

Pasta - Chicken Enchilada Pasta Casserole

This quick recipe is great for feeding the family on a busy weeknight because it turns chicken enchiladas into a cheesy pasta casserole.

#comfort food #chicken #chicken enchilada #leftovers #nachos #pasta casserole #chicken enchiladas

[eoghankidney]

Soup - Chicken Enchilada Slow Cooker Soup In this soup that is enchilada-inspired, slow-cooked chicken breasts come out tender and flavorful. Place all the ingredients in your slow cooker, cover it, and leave it on low heat while you are at work. Before you even enter the room, the aroma of dinner will start to fill the air!

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[saerino]

Southwest Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe Treat your family to the taste of enchiladas in a bowl with this easy Southwest cheesy chicken enchilada soup made in your slow cooker.

#family #enchiladas #chicken enchilada #cuisine #chicken enchiladas

[exolymph]

Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole This casserole is basically a large batch of creamy, cheesy chicken enchiladas several people can share.

#chicken enchilada #casserole #chicken #meat and poultry #chicken enchilada casserole #cheese #chicken enchilada casserole recipe

[katz3nminze]

Chicken Enchilada Pasta Casserole Recipe This quick recipe is great for feeding the family on a busy weeknight because it turns chicken enchiladas into a cheesy pasta casserole.

#comfort food #chicken enchilada #chicken #pasta casserole #kick

[auna-blog]

Chicken Enchilada Nachos Homemade chicken enchilada sauce flecked with chile peppers is spooned over tortilla chips in this tasty recipe for chicken enchilada nachos.

#cheese #chile peppers #chicken enchilada #peppers #ingredients #appetizers and snacks #hand

[underdream-au]

Chicken Enchilada Nachos This delicious recipe for chicken enchilada nachos tops tortilla chips with homemade chicken enchilada sauce that has chile peppers in it.

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[rabbitcruiser]

Herb Day

Herb Day, celebrated on the first Saturday in May, is a holiday that simply encourages planting herbs and celebrates people who have a culture of growing herbs. This year it falls on May 6. It was created and organized by the HerbDay Coalition, which is an organization of five non-profit groups. The holiday encourages people to learn more about herbs, cultivate them and use them more extensively in their daily lives.

History of Herb Day

Herb Day was created in 2006, a time when ‘herb’ was still a bit of a scary word. Medical doctors, naturopaths, and acupuncturists were not yet comfortable incorporating herbs into their practices, and the public knew very little about the subject. The HerbDay Coalition is made up of five non-profit organizations that wished to create a day for people to celebrate the healing power of herbs. On the first Saturday in May, we invite you to have your own celebration with the herbs you have in your garden or on your patio.

The world of plants was divided into trees, shrubs, and herbs by the ancient Greek philosopher Theophrastus. Herbs are also further classified into three groups, namely pot herbs, sweet herbs, and salad herbs. During the 1600s, pot herbs began to be referred to as vegetables as they were no longer considered only suitable for the pot.

In its early stages, botany was primarily a study of the pharmacological uses of plants, and by the Middle Ages, with the advent of humoral theory in medicine, the position was made that foodstuffs, having their own humoral qualities, could, in turn, alter the humoral temperaments of humans.

Popular plants parsley and sage were often used together for cooking in medieval times. A renowned therapeutic nutriment of that age, chicken broth, as well as green sauce, were usually prepared with parsley and sage.

Herb Day timeline

371 B.C. Theophastrus Is Born

Ancient Greek botanist Theophrastus is born.

1600s Pot Herbs Are Referred To As Vegetables

By the 1600s, selective breeding leads to changes in the physical and other compositions of the pot plants, hence they come to be known as vegetables.

2005 HerbDay Coalition Is Formed

A group of five nonprofit groups comes together to form the HerbCoalition.

2006 First-ever Herb Day

On May 6, the first-ever Herb Day is celebrated.

Herb Day FAQs

What is Herb Day?

Herb Day is a holiday that simply encourages planting herbs and celebrates people who have a culture of growing herbs.

When is Herb Day?

Herb Day is celebrated on the first Saturday in May every year.

Are herbs edible?

Yes. Most herbs are edible and even tasty.

Herb Day Activities

Learn more about herbs

Start a herb garden

Share the fun on social media

Take the opportunity of Herb Day to find out some more about herbs! There are so many nutritional properties to herbs that you could learn about!

You could start a small herb garden probably in your kitchen and devote yourself to seeing it grow. There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing hard work come to fruition.

Post pictures of your herb plants on social media with the #HerbDay hashtag! Encourage your friends to do the same as well as to learn something new.

5 Facts About Herbs And Spices

Red peppers are rich in Vitamin C

Red bell peppers are ripe green peppers

Nutmeg is a psychotropic

Vanilla is highly expensive

Turmeric is effective against Alzheimer’s

Red peppers are said to be unusually rich in Vitamin C, and a single serving of soup made from it contains more Vitamin C than lemon juice.

Red bell peppers are simply ripe green bell peppers.

Nutmeg serves psychotropic functions and a high enough dose can induce hallucinations.

Vanilla is among the two most expensive spices in the world, second only to Saffron.

Turmeric powder is very potent in managing symptoms of Alzheimer's, even more than drugs prescribed for it.

Why We Love Herb Day

Herbs are medicinal

Herbs are tasty

Herbs are eco-friendly

Herbs serve a great medicinal purpose and can be used to treat a variety of illnesses. Learn something new today and research what you can treat with herbs!

Some herbs and spices are tasty and add flavor to our everyday meals. They’re great for soups or roasts!

Herbs do not harm the environment and therefore growing them is safe! Get your green thumbs ready and start planting today!

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[taliagifcollection]

Southwest Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup Treat your family to the taste of enchiladas in a bowl with this easy Southwest cheesy chicken enchilada soup made in your slow cooker.

#soup #chicken enchilada #family #enchilada sauce recipe #chicken enchiladas #latin american #cuisine

[hardprint]

Recipe for Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole This casserole is basically a large batch of creamy, cheesy chicken enchiladas several people can share.

#chicken #top #chicken enchilada #more #chicken enchilada casserole recipe

[fieriframes]

[BECAUSE IT ABSORBS THE FLAVOR MORE AND TASTES MORE FRESH. AND THEY'RE USIN' 'EM BY THE BUCKET LOAD. CHICKEN ENCHILADA. VEGETARIAN TACOS.]

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[ejschuster]

Chicken Enchilada Slow Cooker Soup In this soup that is enchilada-inspired, slow-cooked chicken breasts come out tender and flavorful. Place all the ingredients in your slow cooker, cover it, and leave it on low heat while you are at work. Before you even enter the room, the aroma of dinner will start to fill the air!

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