Quick Chicken Tacos

Of course tacos make the perfect meal, lunch on the go or even a great game day snack as a DIY Taco Bar! Serve with cilantro lime rice or cilantro tomato rice and elote.

How Much Chicken for Chicken Tacos?

Since we add lots of toppings and cheese, I allow for about ½ chicken breast per person give or take. If you’re using shredded chicken I account for ¼ cup of chicken per taco.

How to Make Chicken Tacos

Making chicken tacos is as easy as 1,2,3! You need just a handful of ingredients and about 20 minutes!

You can use taco seasoning on chicken, I prefer to make homemade.

Toss diced chicken in taco seasoning (see recipe below).
Saute chicken until fully cooked and lightly browned. Then add lime juice and zest.
Warm tortillas by placing them in the microwave. Then keep them in a ceramic tortilla warmer or a casserole dish set on a warm towel.
Place chicken mixture and toppings in the center of the warmed tortilla.

Set out an array of taco toppings including Pico de Gallo and guacamole. Just let your guests assemble their own and then settle in for the big game!

Toppings for Chicken Tacos

The best chicken tacos start with the best toppings! The classic combination in the recipe below is my favorite but here are a few others to try.

Veggies: black olives, pineapples, jalapeños, avocados
Cheese: Other kinds of shredded cheese like cheddar or Monterey jack
Beans: Black beans, pinto beans, or refried beans
Sauces: sour cream, salsa, hot sauce, and guacamole

What to Serve with Chicken Tacos

While tacos are delicious on their own, a tasty array of side dishes never hurt!

Try a classic cilantro tomato rice dish or a delicious cob of Mexican corn, and top it off with a refreshing strawberry margarita.

Got Leftovers?

Make a delicious taco salad, chicken quesadillas or enjoy tacos for days to come.

Add leftover chicken to pasta or even chop it up to make a yummy taco inspired Chicken Salad!

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