Follow these steps for perfect results
unsalted butter
softened
onion
chopped
onion
thinly sliced
chili powder
garlic cloves
crushed
orange zest
finely grated
orange juice
fresh
lime zest
finely grated
lime juice
fresh
honey
ground cumin
kosher salt
pepper
chicken
poblano peppers
sliced lengthwise 1/2 inch thick
jalapeno
sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
extra-virgin olive oil
Dr Pepper
canola oil
for frying
corn tortillas
small
flour tortillas
small
Oaxaca cheese
shredded
black beans
drained and rinsed
white onion
finely chopped
sour cream
lime juice
fresh
kosher salt
salsa
for serving
avocado
diced, for serving
cilantro
chopped, for serving
lime wedges
for serving
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the butter mixture: In a food processor, combine softened butter, chopped onion, chili powder, crushed garlic, orange zest and juice, lime zest and juice, honey, cumin, and salt. Puree until smooth.
Loosen the chicken's breast and thigh skin.
Spread three-fourths of the butter mixture under the chicken's skin.
Rub the remaining butter mixture over the chicken.
Let the chicken stand for 30 minutes.
Prepare the vegetables: In a medium roasting pan, toss sliced poblano peppers, jalapeno, sliced onion, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Place the Dr Pepper can in the center of the roasting pan.
Stand the chicken upright on the can.
Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.
Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
Continue roasting the chicken for 45 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the inner thigh registers 155°F (68°C) and the vegetables are tender.
Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes before transferring to a carving board.
Discard the soda from the can.
Remove the meat and skin from the chicken and shred.
Add the shredded chicken and skin to the roasting pan with the vegetables. Toss to combine.
Cover with foil to keep warm.
Prepare the corn tortillas: Heat canola oil in a medium skillet until shimmering.
Add a corn tortilla to the skillet and cook over medium-high heat until pliable, about 20 seconds.
Fold the tortilla in half and fry, using tongs to prop it open and turning occasionally, until a crisp shell forms, about 1 to 2 minutes longer.
Transfer the fried tortilla to a paper towel-lined baking sheet.
Repeat with the remaining corn tortillas, adding more oil as needed.
Prepare the flour tortillas: Heat a large cast-iron griddle over medium heat.
Place 2 or 3 flour tortillas on the griddle.
Scatter cheese, black beans, and white onion on top of each tortilla.
Cook over medium heat until the cheese is melted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Assemble the tacos: Working quickly, wrap a crispy corn tortilla in a flour tortilla, pressing gently to help it adhere.
Repeat with the remaining flour tortillas, cheese, beans, and white onion.
Prepare the lime cream: In a bowl, whisk sour cream with lime juice and salt to taste.
Fill the double-decker taco shells with the Dr Pepper chicken and vegetable mixture.
Serve with the lime cream, salsa, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate the chicken for longer for a more intense flavor.
Adjust the amount of jalapeno for desired spice level.
Warm the flour tortillas before assembling the tacos.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
The chicken can be cooked ahead of time.
Stack the tacos on a plate and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Serve with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.
Offer a variety of toppings for guests to customize their tacos.
Pairs well with the spicy and savory flavors.
Classic pairing with tacos.
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