Chicken Tacos Recipe

Name: Canyon Joe’s Barbecues Chicken Tacos Recipe
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 cup Chicken breast; 2 tbs Olive oil; 2 tbs Taco seasoning; 1 tsp Garlic powder; 1 tsp Onion powder; 3 units Soft taco shells; 1 cup Shredded lettuce; 1 cup Diced tomatoes; 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend); 1 to taste Sour cream; 1 to taste Fresh cilantro (optional)

Inspired by Canyon Joe’s Barbecue

Time30m

Serves3

Three soft tacos filled with seasoned chicken

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

1 cup Chicken breast

2 tbs olive oil

2 tbs Taco seasoning

1 tsp Watkins garlic powder

1 tsp Onion powder

Taco Assembly

3 units Soft taco shells

1 cup Shredded lettuce

1 cup Diced Tomatoes

1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

1 to taste Sour cream

1 to taste Fresh cilantro (optional)

Method

Prepare Chicken Filling

Cook the Chicken

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breast and cook until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Season the Chicken

Sprinkle taco seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder over the cooked chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the seasonings to meld with the chicken.

Shred the Chicken

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, shred it using two forks or your hands.

Assemble Tacos

Warm the Taco Shells

In the same skillet or in a microwave, warm the soft taco shells for about 30 seconds until they are pliable.

Fill the Tacos

Take each taco shell and fill them with shredded chicken, followed by shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese.

Add Toppings

Top with sour cream and sprinkle fresh cilantro if desired.

Serve

Serve immediately while the tacos are warm. Enjoy your delicious chicken tacos!