Easy Chicken Tacos (Printer-Friendly)
Tender spiced chicken with fresh lettuce and tomatoes on warm corn tortillas, ready in under 40 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Spice Blend
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon onion powder
→ Protein
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1 ¼ pounds raw boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-sized pieces
→ Cooking Oils
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Bases
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10 6-inch corn tortillas
→ Toppings
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Chopped lettuce
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Chopped tomatoes
# Steps to Follow:
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Combine chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, oregano, and onion powder in a small bowl and mix thoroughly.
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Place the chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag, add the spice mix, seal the bag, and massage until chicken is evenly coated.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken without overcrowding and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through. Repeat if necessary.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly mist each tortilla with cooking spray on both sides and warm for approximately one minute per side until pliable.
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Distribute about 1.75 ounces of cooked chicken onto each tortilla. Top with chopped lettuce and tomatoes. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
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Optional toppings such as guacamole, sour cream, or cheese can be added according to preference but are not included in nutritional calculations.