Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these *Quick N Tasty Chicken Tacos*, a simple yet flavorful recipe that comes together in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken pieces seasoned with a bold blend of garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and smoky paprika, these tacos pack a punch of zesty flavor. The chicken is perfectly complemented by warm corn tortillas and a medley of fresh toppings like diced onion, cilantro, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese. Want to take it to the next level? Add creamy slices of avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime for an irresistible finish. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is easy, customizable, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Whether you’re hosting a casual taco night or craving Tex-Mex flavors in a hurry, these chicken tacos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breast
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 8 Corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 cup Diced onion
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 Avocado (optional)
- 1 Lime (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat evenly with the spice blend.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
While the chicken cooks, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or wrap them in aluminum foil and heat them in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Assemble the tacos by placing cooked chicken on each tortilla.
Top each taco with diced onion, fresh cilantro, salsa, and shredded cheese.
For extra flavor, add sliced avocado and a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 451 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 4008 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.7 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 168.3 g | 337% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 770 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2458 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
