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grilled chicken tacos

grilled chicken tacos

These grilled chicken tacos are a fresh and flavorful meal, perfect for gatherings or a quick weeknight dinner. The marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and served in warm tortillas with a variety of toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 grill or grill pan
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 serving platter
  • 1 tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped optional
  • sliced jalapeños optional
  • sour cream or guacamole for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor).
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Once the grill is hot, place the marinated chicken breasts on it. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
  • While the chicken is resting, warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft and pliable.
  • To assemble the tacos, place some sliced grilled chicken on each tortilla and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, cilantro, and sliced jalapeños if desired.
  • Serve with sour cream or guacamole on the side.

Notes

You can customize the toppings based on your preference.
For extra flavor, grill some bell peppers and onions along with the chicken to add to the tacos.
If you're short on time, you can also use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Just skip the marination and grilling step, and warm the chicken before serving.