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Chicken Tacos Mexican

These chicken tacos are juicy, well-seasoned, and easy to make for a fast Mexican-style dinner. They combine tender chicken, warm spices, fresh toppings, and tortillas for a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken taco filling
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup water
For serving
  • 8 corn tortillas warmed
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken dry and place it in a bowl. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and lime juice until evenly coated.
  2. Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken in a single layer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  3. Add the water and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and lightly saucy. Remove from the heat.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for a few seconds per side until soft and flexible.
  5. Fill each tortilla with chicken, then top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cotija cheese, cilantro, and crema if using.
  6. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 29gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 128mgSodium: 640mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3g

Notes

Chicken thighs stay juicier than chicken breast, but you can swap them if preferred. Warm tortillas right before serving for the best texture.

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