Commissary Kitchen · 015 / 100 · Wraps, Pockets & Chip Dough
Chicken-Jalapeno Soft Tacos
About 15 minutes, estimated · 2 portions · Microwave
Original commissary-inspired pantry recipe
Pickled jalapenos and a little brine season the ready-to-eat chicken without a separate sauce. The six small tortillas make three tacos per portion; warm them only until flexible so they fold around the filling without cracking.
Place & evidence: Across the country. This is an original pantry recipe. The source supplies ingredient or technique context, rather than evidence that this exact dish is served in a prison. Inventory and place labels describe that context only. TDCJ Commissary Price List.
Make it
Equipment: Microwave-safe bowl or plate; clean spoon; measuring cup and spoons; a permitted microwave if using that option. Follow the product label for heating.
Ingredients
- 1 ready-to-eat chicken pouch, 5 oz
- 6 small corn tortillas
- 2 tbsp cheese sauce
- 1 tbsp chopped pickled jalapenos
- 1 tsp jalapeno brine
- 2 tbsp salsa
Method
- Mix chicken, cheese, jalapenos and brine.
- Warm tortillas on a microwave-safe plate under a damp paper towel for 15–20 seconds, if permitted and label-compatible.
- Divide filling among tortillas and spoon salsa on top.
- Fold gently and serve immediately.
The useful detail
Warm corn tortillas only until flexible; overheating makes them tough.
When the store is different
Use flour tortillas if corn tortillas crack.
Serving & handling
Prepare starches fresh and follow package cooking directions. Serve promptly; hydrated grains and mixed meals require proper handling. Read the pantry and food-handling guide for storage limits, package directions and allergen checks.
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Sources & editorial note
Texas Department of Criminal Justice — TDCJ Commissary Price List, TDCJ. Official inventory, Texas. Source scope and limits.
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