Chicken Tacos Recipe
Twelve chicken (all white meat) tacos, lettuce, tomato, and cheese on the side.
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Taco Assembly
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- 2
- 3
Season the Chicken
Return the shredded chicken to the skillet. Add taco seasoning and water. Stir to combine and heat through for about 3-4 minutes until the chicken is well coated and heated.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
- 5
Fill the Tacos
Take a warm tortilla and add a generous portion of the seasoned chicken filling. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- 6
Add Optional Toppings
If desired, add sour cream and salsa on top of the filled tacos.
- 7
Serve
Serve the tacos immediately while warm, with any additional toppings on the side.