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Close-up of two Easy Chicken Tacos filled with shredded chicken, topped with avocado, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro.

Easy Chicken Tacos

Make these easy chicken tacos for a quick and flavorful meal. This recipe is perfect for busy families and taco lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 700 g skinless boneless chicken thighs or breast
  • 1.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup chicken broth separated (liquid stock)
Homemade Taco Seasoning
  • 3 tbsp lime juice Note 1
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 3 tsp cumin powder
  • 3 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper adjust spiciness to taste, can skip
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
To Serve
  • 1 Taco shells or tortillas warmed per packet directions
  • 1 Diced tomato
  • 1 Diced onion
  • 1 Diced avocado
  • 1 Coriander/cilantro leaves
  • 1 Shredded lettuce
  • 1 Shredded cheese
  • 1 Sour cream

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • Large skillet
  • Shallow dish
  • Forks
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Place taco seasoning ingredients in a bowl. Add 2 tbsp of the chicken broth and mix to form a loose paste.
  2. Add chicken to the bowl and turn to coat.
  3. Heat 1.5 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3 minutes on each side until lightly seared. Reserve marinade dregs in the bowl.
  4. Remove chicken to a shallow dish.
  5. Return skillet to stove, reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining chicken broth, tomato paste, and sugar. Scrape in any marinade left in the bowl. Mix to dissolve, scraping the base of the pan, and bring to a simmer.
  6. Meanwhile, shred chicken with forks or chop. It's okay if it's not fully cooked through at this stage.
  7. Return chicken to the sauce, toss, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce reduces to a thin syrup consistency. Add water if it reduces too fast. Adjust salt to taste.
  8. Transfer chicken and all sauce to a serving bowl.
  9. Warm taco shells or tortillas according to package directions.
  10. Stuff the shells or tortillas with the chicken, ensuring it is coated with the sauce.
  11. Top with diced tomato, avocado, onion, coriander, lettuce, and sour cream. Enjoy!

Notes

This recipe is naturally gluten-free if you use gluten-free tortillas or taco shells.

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