Chicken Tacos

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This chicken tacos recipe is perfect for those nights when you don't have a lot of time for dinner preparations. Feel free to add chili powder or paprika to the chicken if your family likes it.

Submitted by caliboo
Updated on April 29, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces

  • 1 cup lemonade

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

  • 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas

  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 head lettuce, shredded

  • 1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

  • 1 (8 ounce) jar salsa

  • 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream

Directions

  1. Combine chicken, lemonade, olive oil, lime juice, and Worcestershire sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, and bay leaf. Simmer until chicken is tender and juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, warm the tortillas in the oven or microwave until soft. When chicken is fully cooked, transfer to serving bowl. Place chopped tomatoes, lettuce, cheese, salsa, and sour cream in serving dishes. Each person can create their own wrap, using their preferred ingredients.

    Two chicken tacos on corn tortillas, topped with onions, tomatoes, sour cream and shredded cheddar
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

401 Calories
21g Fat
30g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 401
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 27%
Saturated Fat 11g 53%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 435mg 19%
Total Carbohydrate 30g 11%
Dietary Fiber 4g 16%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 25g 50%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 302mg 23%
Iron 2mg 10%
Potassium 591mg 13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.