14 Delicious Taco Recipes For The Ultimate Taco Tuesday

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Taco Tuesday gives you the chance to interject a little bit of fun into your busy week. But no one wants to eat the same old tacos every week. You won’t have to worry about that with these fourteen unique and tasty taco recipes for the ultimate Taco Tuesday experience. After all, tacos are one meal that nobody will ever say no to, especially when they are this good.

1. Shrimp Tacos

Closeup of three shrimp tacos on a white plate.
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These delicious shrimp tacos only take about 15 minutes to make so they are perfect for a busy weeknight and they will satisfy all of your taco cravings like no other. Seasoned shrimp and plenty of veggies make this a meal the whole family will want to have again and again.

2. Skillet Taco Salad

An overhead view of a cast iron skillet holding a skillet taco salad topped with shredded cheese and halved grape tomatoes.
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Don’t want to mess with taco shells at all? Try this skillet taco salad. Add all your favorite taco toppings and serve it with chips to eat it “dip-style.” It’s a great way to make sure any picky eaters get exactly what they want and let everyone enjoy a no-fuss meal.

3. Cabbage Leaf Tacos

And up close view of a cabbage leave taco.
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Eating low-carb or Keto? These cabbage leaf tacos are your answer to what’s for dinner tonight. The cabbage leaves give a fantastic crunch that you would normally get from corn shells, and you can add as many healthy fats as you like with some homemade guacamole.

4. Mushroom Tacos

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If you are plant-based, these mushroom tacos are sure to please. Filled with delicious ingredients and earthy spices, you’ll love the flavors these tacos provide. They are perfect for vegans and vegetarians, but even meat eaters can enjoy them.

5. Turkey Tacos

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Turkey tacos are a healthier upgrade that truly delivers on flavor. This recipe uses spices instead of salt to season the meat, so all you have to do is add your favorite healthy toppings for a healthy dinner that’s a little easier on your blood pressure.

6. Chickpea Tacos

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Here’s another one for plant-based folks. These chickpea tacos are hearty, filling, and always hit the spot. Add all your favorite toppings to create the best taco ever. The chickpeas provide wonderful, hearty flavor so well that you won’t miss the meat at all.

7. Breakfast Berry Tacos

An up close view of a breakfast berry taco.
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When you need breakfast quick, these breakfast berry tacos are a nutritious and totally tasty option for a fast meal. They assemble in minutes, and even the kids will love them. While these don’t travel well, they do make a fast breakfast so you can gobble them up before you walk out the door with ease.

8. Fish Tacos

A closeup of a Fish Taco on a white background.
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For seafood lovers, these fish tacos are about the freshest tacos you can make. The slaw included in the recipes is crisp, zesty, and totally makes the taco. If you love fresh flavors in your tacos, don’t skip this one.

9. Slow Cooker Low Carb Tacos

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Here’s another one for low-carb and Keto eaters. These slow cooker low-carb tacos allow you to let dinner cook itself. Just prep your favorite toppings, and dinner will be ready and waiting. Leftovers can easily be packed up for lunch the next day.

10. Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken Soft Tacos

Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken on a tortilla with lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole.
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If you love barbecue, these slow cooker BBQ chicken soft tacos are a great option for dinner tonight. The chicken cooks while you do other things, so all you have to do is prep a few toppings to go with it. It’s a super easy dinner that taco lovers will adore.

11. Chicken Taco Wontons

Three chicken taco wontons on a blue plate.
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Chicken taco wonton “cupcakes” are a simple, healthy dish that’s great for meal prep. All the flavors of your favorite tacos are packed into a perfectly portioned cupcake form. They are super simple and easy to pack in lunchboxes as well as your dinner plate.

12. Taco Chicken Skewers For Tacos

Chicken skewers filled with taco chicken, bell peppers and onions for tacos.
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If you love grilled food, these are the tacos for you. These taco chicken skewers for tacos have all the classic grilled flavors plus taco seasoning, which takes your tacos to a whole new level. These are exceptional right off the grill with your favorite taco toppings. You can also mix this with rice for lunch the next day.

13. Slow Cooker Chicken For Tacos

A closeup of shredded taco chicken in a corn tortilla with spinach leaves.
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Here’s another version of slow cooker chicken for tacos. Simply shred the chicken with a couple of forks or a hand-held electric mixer, and you’ve got the perfect chicken for tacos, burritos, and more. The best part is, you only need two ingredients for this one.

14. Walking Taco Casserole

An overhead view of a walking casserole in a white casserole dish.
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Making this 30-minute walking taco casserole is such a walk in the park. It’s hearty, comforting, and flavorful, so you might need to prep a bigger batch for a crowd. This is great for parties, a meal on the go, or just a regular Tuesday night dinner.

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A dutch oven with a cooked whole chicken topped with rosemary twigs.
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Author: Tiffany McCauley

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Tiffany McCauley is a nationally syndicated journalist and an award-winning cookbook author and food blogger. She has been featured on MSN, Huffington Post, Country Living Magazine, HealthLine, Redbook, and many more. Her food specialty is healthy comfort food recipes.

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