Smoky Chicken and Red Onion Tacos
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Salt, Chicken Breasts, Cumin, Garlic Powder, Corn Tortillas, Sour Cream, Red Onion, Black Pepper, Chili Powder, Olive Oil, Smoked Paprika, Onion Powder
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Smoky Chicken and Red Onion Tacos Recipe
These smoky chicken and red onion tacos make an excellent weeknight dinner. The chicken is seasoned with a smoky spice blend and cooked with sweet red onions to make a flavorful filling ideal for stuffing into soft corn tortillas. To make these tacos even more delicious, add your favorite toppings such as sour cream, cheese, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Taco fillings of your choosing (sour cream, cheese, cilantro, lime wedges, etc)
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Time Needed
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Instructions
- Combine smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
- Toss the chicken pieces with the spice mixture in a large mixing bowl until well coated.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the red onion is softened.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet while the chicken cooks.
- Serve the chicken and onions on warm tortillas with your preferred taco toppings.
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