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20-Minute Chicken Tacos
Juicy seasoned chicken tacos the whole family will love. Fast, fresh, and endlessly customizable.
Prep 5 min
Cook 15 min
Total 20 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Season and cook the chicken
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Step 2 — Assemble the tacos
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 lime (cut into wedges)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Season and cook the chicken
Mix cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken with the seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest 2 minutes, then slice or shred.
- 2
Assemble the tacos
Warm tortillas in a dry pan or microwave. Fill each tortilla with chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Add sour cream and a squeeze of lime. Top with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 38g protein · 32g carbs · 14g fat · 3g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
