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Chicken tacos recipe with shredded chicken, fresh salsa, avocado slices, and lime wedges, served on a plate with tortilla chips and cilantro garnish.

Easy Chicken Tacos Recipe: (Ready in Just 25 Minutes!)

Quick and easy chicken tacos bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors, ready in 30 minutes. Perfectly seasoned chicken, warm tortillas, and fresh toppings make for an irresistible meal the whole family will love!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 450kcal
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken Tacos Recipe
Cost: $13

🍳 Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp kitchen knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

🛒 Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced

Seasoning Mix

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional

For Serving

  • 12-15 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes cut into wedges
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Sour cream optional
  • Hot sauce optional

📋 Instructions

Prep Chicken

  • Cut chicken into ½-inch cubes
  • Mix all seasonings in a bowl
  • Toss chicken with seasonings until coated

Cook

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat
  • Cook onion 2-3 minutes until translucent
  • Add garlic, cook 30 seconds
  • Add chicken, cook 8-10 minutes until done

Warm Tortillas

  • Heat in dry skillet 30 seconds per side
  • Or wrap in foil, warm in 350°F oven for 10 minutes

Assemble

  • Fill tortillas with chicken
  • Add toppings as desired
  • Serve with lime wedges

📝 Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender meat
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken
  • Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juices
  • Toast tortillas briefly for enhanced flavor and pliability

🥗 Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 620mg