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Chicken Tacos

Delicious and flavorful chicken tacos, perfect for a quick meal or a gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
Taco Assembly
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1/2 cup sour cream for topping
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  2. Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Assemble the Tacos
  1. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  2. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and sour cream.
  3. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as avocado or hot sauce.

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