Easy Chicken Tacos
These Easy Chicken Tacos start with a quick, flavorful marinade that gives the chicken plenty of zesty flavor without a lot of prep. Add your favorite taco toppings, and you have an easy weeknight dinner the whole family can enjoy.
Equipment
- Measuring spoons
- 1 measuring cup
- 1 resealable bag
- 1 skillet
- 1 knife
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless chicken thighs
- 2 Tbsp. taco seasoning
- 5 Tbsp. avocado oil
- 3 Tbsp. lime juice
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 cup pico de gallo or salsa
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 avocado chopped
- 1/3 cup red onion chopped
- 1/3 cup cilantro chopped
- Mexican crema for drizzling
- 8 low-carb tortillas or low-carb taco shells
Instructions
- In a resealable bag, add the chicken, all the spices, lime juice and avocado oil.
- Massage the chicken to coat it well.
- Set aside for 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, cook chicken 12-15 minutes, turning once until cooked through.
- Remove and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Chop the chicken in small pieces.
- Place the chicken in the tortillas or taco shells and top with your favorite toppings.