Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMezcal Tequila KitchenGrilled Chicken Tacos Recipe

Grilled Chicken Tacos Recipe

Time1h
Serves3

Three grilled chicken tacos served with salsa verde.

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Method

Taco Filling Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat them thoroughly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Warm the Tortillas

    While the chicken is resting, warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 1 minute on each side. Keep them warm by wrapping them in a clean towel.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Tacos

    Slice the grilled chicken into strips. Place a few strips of chicken into each warmed tortilla.

Salsa Verde Preparation

  1. 5

    Prepare the Salsa Verde

    In a pot, add the tomatillos and jalapeño. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 10 minutes until the tomatillos are soft. Drain and let cool.

  2. 6

    Blend the Salsa

    In a blender, combine the cooked tomatillos, jalapeño, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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