Spicy Chicken Taco Recipe
Grilled chicken with a spicy twist, topped with jalapeños.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Toppings
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Mix the Marinade
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the bowl with the marinade. Make sure the chicken is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Grilling the Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F).
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the leftover marinade. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 5
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Tacos
- 6
- 7
Warm the Tortillas
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 8
Assemble the Tacos
Slice the grilled chicken into strips. On each tortilla, layer the sliced chicken, jalapeños, red onion, fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- 9
Serve
Serve the spicy chicken tacos immediately while warm, with lime wedges on the side if desired.
