Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCabos Bonitos Grill & Cantina LLCSoft Chicken Tacos (3) Recipe

Soft Chicken Tacos (3) Recipe

Time30m
Serves3

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

  2. 2

    Shred the Chicken

    Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet, add lime juice, and stir to combine.

Assemble the Tacos

  1. 3

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a separate skillet or directly over the flame, warm the soft corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until they are pliable and heated through.

  2. 4

    Build the Tacos

    Lay a warm tortilla on a plate. Add a generous portion of the shredded chicken mixture. Top with chopped cilantro, diced red onion, sliced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and a spoonful of salsa.

  3. 5

    Serve

    Repeat the assembly process for the remaining tortillas. Serve the tacos immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.

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