Description
Halal Chicken Tacos are a deliciously seasoned fusion of tender chicken thighs wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with vibrant ingredients. Perfect for gatherings like Father’s Day or the 4th of July, these tacos promise an explosion of flavors in every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, they are sure to become a crowd favorite, inviting laughter and joy at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 8 soft tortillas (flour or corn)
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, drizzle olive oil over the chicken and sprinkle taco seasoning generously. Rub to coat evenly.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.
- Warm tortillas in another skillet or microwave. Layer sliced chicken on each tortilla, add cilantro, and any additional toppings desired.
- Serve with lime-infused sour cream and hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg