Mexican Chicken Tacos

Colorful Mexican chicken tacos arranged on a wooden serving board with golden-brown seasoned chicken, fresh lettuce, diced tomatoes, melted cheese, and lime wedges, with warm flour tortillas and small bowls of toppings in the background

25 minutes

4 servings

Easy

High-ProteinCustomizableFamily-FriendlyGluten-Free Option

Ingredients

1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips)

8 small flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning

1/4 cup water

1 medium onion (diced)

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

1 cup shredded lettuce

2 medium tomatoes (diced)

1/2 cup sour cream

1/2 cup salsa

1 avocado (sliced)

1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

2 limes (cut into wedges)

1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles

Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition Facts

Per 4 servings

Calories520 kcal

Protein35 g

Carbohydrates42 g

Fat24 g

Fiber6 g

* Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.

Instructions

Cook Seasoned Chicken

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper, then add to the hot skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes until chicken is golden brown and nearly cooked through. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the chicken and add 1/4 cup water. Stir well and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and coating is thickened.

Pro Tip:

Don't overcrowd the pan - cook chicken in batches if necessary for proper browning

Golden-brown chicken strips sizzling in a skillet with taco seasoning creating a flavorful coating

Prepare Vegetables and Tortillas

Push chicken to one side of the skillet and add diced onion and bell pepper to the empty space. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp. Mix vegetables with the chicken and add diced green chiles. Meanwhile, warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side or wrap in damp paper towels and microwave for 45 seconds.

Pro Tip:

Keep tortillas warm by wrapping them in a clean kitchen towel after heating

Colorful bell peppers and onions cooking alongside seasoned chicken in the skillet

Set Up Taco Bar

Arrange all toppings in small bowls: shredded cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, avocado slices, and cilantro. Place warm tortillas on a serving platter alongside the chicken mixture. Let everyone build their own tacos by placing chicken and vegetables in tortillas and adding their favorite toppings. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the tacos.

Pro Tip:

Set out both flour and corn tortillas to accommodate different preferences and dietary needs