Chicken Manzano Tacos recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
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Chicken Manzano Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Lolita Back Bay
Time45m
Serves4

sweet chili chicken, salsa manzano, cucumber pico, cotija cheese

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a medium bowl, combine the chicken breasts with sweet chili sauce, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Make Cucumber Pico

    In a separate bowl, mix diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Tacos

    In each taco shell, place a portion of sliced chicken, top with cucumber pico, and sprinkle with crumbled cotija cheese.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken Manzano Tacos!

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