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A close-up shot of two delicious chicken tacos with fresh toppings.

Chicken Tacos

These delicious chicken tacos are quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual gathering. Seasoned chicken is served in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 tacos
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning (1 oz)
  • 0.25 cup Water
  • 10 count Corn or flour tortillas
Toppings
  • 1 cup Lettuce shredded
  • 1 medium Tomato diced
  • 0.5 cup Shredded cheese
  • 0.25 cup Sour cream

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the chicken over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
  4. Add taco seasoning and water to the chicken, then stir well and simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
Assembly
  1. While the chicken simmers, warm your tortillas according to package directions, typically in a microwave or on a dry skillet.
  2. Assemble the tacos by filling each warm tortilla with the seasoned chicken mixture and your desired toppings.

Notes

Feel free to customize your tacos with your favorite salsa, avocado, or other toppings. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken while cooking.