Ingredients for Authentic Spicy Chicken Tacos
- Corn Tortillas
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
- 1 tsp salt
- Canola Oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Green Bell Pepper
- Garlic Cloves
- Jalapeno Pepper
- Ground Cumin
- Hot Salsa
- Fresh Cilantro
- Scallion
- 4 oz queso fresco, crumbled
- Fresh Tomato
- Reduced Fat Sour Cream
How to Make Authentic Spicy Chicken Tacos
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Wrap corn tortillas in foil and bake for 10-15 minutes to warm.
- Season chicken with 1 tsp salt.
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until very hot.
- Add chicken and cook, stirring frequently, until browned on all sides (about 6 minutes).
- Transfer chicken to a bowl.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 1 tsp olive oil to the skillet.
- Add chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to brown (3-5 minutes).
- Add bell pepper, minced garlic, jalapeño, and cumin.
- Cook, stirring, until peppers are bright green and crisp-tender (2-3 minutes).
- Stir in salsa and the reserved cooked chicken.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in fresh cilantro.
- Spoon chicken mixture into warmed tortillas.
- Garnish with scallions, crumbled queso fresco, chopped tomatoes, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
4g
Carbs
10g