Chicken Tacos
Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth with these delicious Chicken Tacos! Marinated in a zesty blend of spices, the chicken takes on a flavor that's both smoky and tangy. Nestled in warm tortillas, it's then adorned with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, savory cheese, red onions, and fresh cilantro. Squeeze a bit of lime over the top for an extra burst of citrus. These tacos are a perfect balance of textures and flavors, delivering a taste of Mexico right to your plate. Quick to make and bursting with authenticity, they're sure to be a crowd-pleaser for your next meal!
**Ingredients**
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 1 pound (about 500g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime
For Tacos:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup diced red onions
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
**Instructions**
**Marinating the Chicken:**
1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
2. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
**Cooking the Chicken:**
1. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the marinated chicken slices for 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked and slightly charred. Remove from heat.
**Assembling Tacos:**
1. Warm the tortillas according to the package instructions.
2. Assemble the tacos by placing a few slices of grilled chicken on each tortilla.
3. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, diced red onions, and chopped cilantro.
**Serve:**
1. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos just before serving.
2. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Tacos! Feel free to customize the toppings and add your favorite salsa or guacamole for an extra kick.