Grilled Chicken Tacos Recipe
Nicely marinated grilled strips of chicken
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Taco Assembly
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Grilling and Assembly
- 3
- 4
Slice the Chicken
After resting, slice the grilled chicken into strips.
- 5
Warm the Tortillas
While the chicken is resting, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 6
Assemble the Tacos
On each tortilla, place a handful of shredded lettuce, followed by the sliced grilled chicken, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
- 7
Serve
Serve the tacos warm and enjoy!


