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Taqueria-Style Chicken Tacos: Unlock Flavorful Secrets!

Delicious Taqueria-Style Chicken Tacos packed with flavor and perfect for any taco night.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • Salsa or hot sauce for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
  3. Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  5. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the sliced chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  6. In the same skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  7. To assemble the tacos, place a portion of the spiced chicken on each tortilla.
  8. Top with chopped cilantro and diced onion.
  9. Serve with lime wedges and your choice of salsa or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • For a vegetarian version, use grilled vegetables or black beans as the filling.

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