Chicken Tacos
These vibrant, flavor-packed chicken tacos feature juicy, spice-rubbed chicken topped with fresh cilantro and lime for the perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lbs (700g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •1 tablespoon chili powder
- •1 teaspoon ground cumin
- •1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- •0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- •0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- •0.5 teaspoon salt
- •0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- •8 small flour or corn tortillas
- •1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
- •0.5 cup diced red onion
- •0.5 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- •0.5 cup sour cream
- •1 fresh lime, cut into wedges
- •0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create your taco seasoning.
- 2
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and toss them in a bowl with the olive oil and the prepared spice mixture until evenly coated.
- 3
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken strips, cooking for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- 4
While the chicken cooks, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them wrapped in a damp paper towel for 30 seconds.
- 5
Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of chicken into each warm tortilla.
- 6
Top with shredded lettuce, diced red onion, cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- 7
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
💡 Chef tips
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the spices and oil for up to 2 hours in the refrigerator before cooking.
- If you prefer a lower-carb option, serve the chicken mixture over a bed of greens as a taco salad instead of using tortillas.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a pan before assembling fresh tacos.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished tacos should feature tender, aromatic chicken with a deep red spice crust, perfectly complemented by the crunch of fresh vegetables and a bright, zesty finish from the lime.