Crispy Chicken Tacos Recipe
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Ingredients
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Taco Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
Make the Coating
In a bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Coat the Chicken
Dip each piece of chicken first into the egg mixture, then into the coating mixture, ensuring it's fully covered.
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Ensure to cook in batches if necessary.
Warm the Tortillas
While the chicken is frying, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos
Place a few pieces of crispy chicken on each tortilla. Top with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of lime, sour cream, and salsa.
Serve
Enjoy your crispy chicken tacos while warm!