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Chicken Tacos

Chicken Tacos

350kcal
Prep 15 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Total 30 minutes
Learn how to make the juiciest Chicken Tacos with seasoned, pan-seared chicken thighs served in warm tortillas with crisp lettuce and cool sour cream.
Servings 4 tacos
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Equipment

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken thighs, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and pour in the lime juice. Stir to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the chicken is heated through and absorbs the lime flavor.
  5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable, about 30 seconds.
  6. Assemble the tacos by dividing the shredded chicken evenly among the warm tortillas. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream.

Nutrition

Calories350kcalCarbohydrates35gProtein25gFat15gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat9gCholesterol100mgSodium600mgPotassium500mgFiber3gSugar2gVitamin A300IUVitamin C15mgCalcium50mgIron3mg

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