Chicken Tacos Recipe
Discover the ultimate Chicken Tacos Recipe easy, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime optional
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Salsa or pico de gallo
- Avocado or guacamole
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Dice the chicken into small, bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
Season the Chicken
- Add olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for 5–10 minutes if time allows.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
Warm the Tortillas
- In a separate dry skillet or directly over the flame, warm each tortilla for about 30 seconds per side.
Assemble the Tacos
- Place cooked chicken in the center of each tortilla. Top with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, or salsa.
Serve and Enjoy
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve warm!
Notes
🍽️ Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 65 mg