Crunchy Chicken Tacos (3) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Taco Assembly
Method
Prepare the Chicken Filling
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chicken breasts and season with taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
- 2
Shred the Chicken
Once the chicken has cooled slightly, shred it using two forks or your hands. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with cornstarch to give it a slightly crunchy texture when cooked.
Fry the Chicken
- 3
Crisp the Chicken
In the same skillet, add the shredded chicken back in and cook on medium heat until the edges are crispy, around 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even crisping.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Warm the Tortillas
In a separate skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 5
Build the Tacos
On each tortilla, layer the crispy chicken, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Top with a dollop of sour cream and garnish with fresh cilantro.