Chicken Tacos for a crowd?
Chenoa
01/17/12
I am responsible for feeding the members of a rock band(5) and tech crew maybe 30...I want to make Grilled Chicken Tacos,Black Beans and Spanish Rice.I will make all the food the day before because I will need to be onsite the day of the music event and there wont be a kitchen available. I am trying to figure out the best way to reheat and keep the food warm for dinner the night of the event.Any suggestions? Chafing dishes? Crock pots? Portable cook tops? Thanks!
ellen
01/17/12
Food safety is a HUGE issue. The food MUST be kept cold (40 or below) until 1-2 hours before serving. I would ice down the chicken, rice and beans, put them in crock pots on high or electric roasters at 250 no more than 2 hours before service. Also ice the salsa, guac, chopped tomatoes and shredded cheese.
Chenoa
01/17/12
yes,I have worked in the food industry so temp is not the issue for me.I was just wondering about the most practical way to heat it,serve it ect...At home I grill the chicken and reheat it in a skillet with some lime juice and olive oil.Do you think that's a bad idea to do for this event?
ellen
01/18/12
That would work, as long as you fully cook the chicken the first time and keep it cold until reheating.