Description
Indulge in the bold and zesty flavors of Spicy Chicken Tacos, a dish that brings the vibrant taste of Mexican street food right to your kitchen. Succulent boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a blend of chili powder and cumin, then seared to perfection, resulting in juicy meat bursting with flavor. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas and topped with fresh cilantro and creamy sour cream, these tacos are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Customize them with your favorite toppings or side dishes like guacamole and fresh salsa to create a meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Corn tortillas
- Sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about six minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Shred the cooked chicken with two forks.
- Warm corn tortillas in another pan until pliable.
- Assemble each taco by filling with shredded chicken, garnishing with cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg