Chicken Taco Trio recipe served on a plate, by El Pollo Loco
Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Taco Trio Recipe

Inspired by El Pollo Loco
Time30m
Serves3

Three chicken tacos with fresh toppings.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Taco Shells

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast and sprinkle the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper over it. Cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

  2. 2

    Shred the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Prepare the Taco Shells

  1. 3

    Warm the Tortillas

    In the same skillet, briefly warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until they are pliable.

Assemble the Tacos

  1. 4

    Layer the Ingredients

    On each warmed corn tortilla, add a portion of the shredded chicken. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream.

  2. 5

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

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