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Taco Tuesday Chicken Tacos

Prepare these flavorful chicken tacos for a quick and delicious Taco Tuesday meal prep. They are seasoned with a blend of spices and served with your favorite toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 3 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 6- to 8-oz. boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1" strips
  • 1 to taste Kosher salt
  • 1 to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne
  • 1/4 tsp. paprika
  • 8 corn tortillas warmed
For Serving
  • 1 Sour cream
  • 1 thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 finely chopped tomatoes
  • 1 shredded Monterey Jack
  • 1 finely chopped avocados
  • 1 finely chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime wedges

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook chicken, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 6 minutes.
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, and paprika. Cook, stirring and adding more oil if mixture is too dry, until coated, about 1 minute more.
  4. Divide chicken among tortillas, then top with desired toppings.

Notes

This recipe is a great base for meal prep. You can prepare the chicken ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Warm the tortillas just before serving.

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