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Three chicken tacos with various toppings arranged on a plate.

Proven way to grow 5 amazing Chicken Tacos

These chicken tacos are a crowd-pleaser, featuring tender chicken, fresh toppings, and a kick of spice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts boneless, skinless
Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Toppings
  • 12 corn tortillas warmed
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup salsa

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips or small cubes.
  2. In a bowl, toss the chicken with taco seasoning and olive oil until evenly coated.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked through and lightly browned.
  2. Warm the corn tortillas according to package instructions.
Assembly
  1. Fill each warmed tortilla with the cooked chicken.
  2. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa as desired.

Notes

For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning. You can also marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for more flavor.