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Chicken Tacos

Flavor-Packed Chicken Tacos: Quick, Easy, and Customizable!

Delicious chicken tacos that are quick to prepare, customizable for all tastes, and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or thighs for juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any light cooking oil
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning can be homemade
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Corn/Flour Tortillas use corn for traditional, flour for flexibility
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce or cabbage for texture
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes or salsa for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese like Monterey Jack or queso fresco
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt for health
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and gently pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil and taco seasoning, stirring until well mixed. Coat the chicken breasts evenly in this mixture.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Warm each tortilla in the same skillet over low heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Fill a warmed tortilla with the shredded chicken and desired toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.
  7. Drizzle sour cream and squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos before serving.
  8. Serve the chicken tacos immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust toppings to personal preference. Marinate chicken longer for more flavor.

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