Jul 13 2026
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Taco De Pollo Recipe

Inspired by Baja Taco Shop
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for better flavor.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has nice grill marks.

  2. 4

    Rest and Slice

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice the chicken into thin strips.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 5

    Prepare the Taco Shells

    While the chicken is resting, prepare the taco shells according to package instructions, if necessary.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Tacos

    In each taco shell, add a generous amount of shredded lettuce, followed by sliced chicken, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and sprinkle with cilantro. Add sliced jalapeños if desired.

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