Authentic Chicken Tacos
Juicy, flavorful chicken tacos with fresh toppings and homemade salsa.
20 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 1/2 cup salsa
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Instructions
Prepare the chicken: Cut chicken breasts into thin strips. In a bowl, mix chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Season the chicken: Toss chicken strips with the spice mixture until evenly coated. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked.
Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side, or wrap in foil and warm in a 350°F oven for 5 minutes.
Prepare toppings: While chicken cooks, prepare lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and queso fresco in separate bowls.
Assemble tacos: Place chicken on warm tortillas. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and queso fresco. Serve with lime wedges and salsa.
Chef's Tips
- Marinating Tip: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours in the fridge.
- Tortilla Tip: For extra flavor, lightly brush tortillas with oil and toast them on a grill or skillet.
- Spice Level: Adjust heat by adding or reducing chili powder, or adding chopped jalapeños.
- Toppings: Add avocado slices or guacamole for creaminess.
- Leftovers: Store leftover chicken separately from toppings. Reheat chicken in a skillet to maintain texture.
