How to Cook the Costco Street Taco Kit (Without Overthinking It)

Updated for maximum flavor and minimal fuss from my original post from 2020

Look, Costco basically did us a solid with this taco kit. You get seasoned chicken, slaw, cheese, lime crema, salsa, and tortillas all in one box. But let’s be real—it still needs a little love to really hit that street taco level.

Here’s the streamlined way to heat it up and make it awesome.

🔥 What’s in the Kit:

Pre-cooked seasoned grilled chicken
Corn tortillas
Shredded cabbage slaw
Shredded cheese
Salsa
Lime crema

🧑‍🍳 How to Cook It Right:

1. Warm the chicken.
Toss the chicken into a non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of water or chicken stock (about a tablespoon or two should do it) or a squeeze of lime juice so it stays juicy. Let it cook for 5 minutes or so, stirring occasionally until hot and slightly crisped.

Sure, you can also heat it in the microwave – 2 minutes or so in a microwave safe bowl, covered with a paper towel – but it’s just not as satisfying (and I think it makes the chicken turn out a little gummy).

Pro tip: Want a flavor boost? Sprinkle in some chili powder, cumin, or a little hot sauce while it heats.

2. Heat the tortillas.
Again, I’d recommend skipping the microwave. Warm tortillas on a dry pan or griddle over medium-high heat for about 30 seconds per side until soft and slightly charred. Use tongs to flip them – they get hot. Stack them and wrap in foil or a clean towel to keep warm.

3. Slaw it up.
No need to get fancy—just toss the cabbage slaw with a squeeze of lime and a pinch of salt if you want it fresher. Or leave it as is.

4. Build your tacos.
Layer it up: tortilla, chicken, slaw, cheese, a drizzle of lime crema, and a spoon of salsa. Done.

Optional extras: Add avocado, hot sauce, jalapeños, cilantro, or whatever you’ve got hanging out in the fridge.

🍺 Pair it with:

A crisp pilsner or light Mexican-style lager. Think:

Modelo Especial
Stone’s Mexican Lager

Or go wild and throw back a spicy margarita. I’m not judging.

Final Thoughts:

These tacos are weeknight gold. You’re 10–15 minutes away from something that feels way more special than a simple “Costco dinner.” Toss on some tunes, crack a cold one, and live your best taco life.