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Chicken Tacos

Delicious and flavorful chicken tacos, perfect for a quick meal or a gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into small pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas or flour tortillas
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños optional
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 7-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  2. Place a portion of the cooked chicken on each tortilla.
  3. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, jalapeños, and cilantro as desired.
  4. Fold the tortillas and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings to your preference. You can also add avocado or guacamole for extra flavor.

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