Chicken Taco Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
Taco Assembly
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken while cooking. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to let the spices infuse.
- 3
Add Lime Juice
Once chicken is cooked, remove from heat and add lime juice. Let it rest for 5 minutes before shredding.
- 4
Shred the Chicken
Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Assembling the Tacos
- 5
Prepare the Tortillas
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- 6
Fill the Tacos
Place a portion of shredded chicken onto each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- 7
Garnish
Finish with fresh cilantro on top of each taco.
- 8
Serve
Serve the tacos warm with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing.