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Taqueria-Style Chicken Tacos

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of taqueria-style chicken tacos, filled with juicy chicken and fresh toppings.


Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds of boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup homemade taco seasoning (or a taco seasoning packet)
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 3 tablespoons of lime juice
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 batch of Pico de Gallo
  • 1 bunch of cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 small white onion (chopped)
  • Mexican Crema (or sour cream)
  • 1 cup of Queso Fresco (crumbled)
  • 2 limes (cut into wedges)
  • Fresh jalapeño (sliced)
  • Radishes (sliced thin)
  • Restaurant-style salsa
  • Avocado tomatillo salsa


Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken thighs and sprinkle them with the taco seasoning. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or directly on an open flame for a few seconds until they’re pliable and slightly charred.
  5. Once the chicken is cool, chop it into bite-sized pieces and toss it with lime juice.
  6. Assemble your tacos by layering the chopped chicken onto each tortilla, topping with Pico de Gallo, cilantro, onions, jalapeños, and radishes.
  7. Finish with a drizzle of Mexican Crema and a sprinkle of Queso Fresco.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side and enjoy your taqueria-style chicken tacos!

Notes

Marinade the chicken for an hour before cooking for deeper flavor. Adjust toppings to suit your taste.