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Delicious homemade chicken tacos with fresh ingredients and homemade flour tortillas.

Chicken Tacos recipe
Prep Time
30min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 2 tacos)

Flour Tortillas

  • all-purpose flour
    all-purpose flour
    2cups
  • olive oil blend
    olive oil blend
    2tbsp
  • baking powder
    baking powder
    1tsp
  • warm tap water
    warm tap water
    1/2cup

Taco Filling

  • chicken breast fillet (strips)
    chicken breast fillet (strips)
    2cups
  • chopped tomatoes (canned)
    chopped tomatoes (canned)
    1cup
  • red chillies (finely sliced)
    red chillies (finely sliced)
    1tbsp
  • garlic (minced)
    garlic (minced)
    1tsp
  • cumin powder
    cumin powder
    1tbsp
  • smoked paprika
    smoked paprika
    1tbsp
  • cocktail tomatoes (quartered)
    cocktail tomatoes (quartered)
    2cups
  • butter lettuce (shredded)
    butter lettuce (shredded)
    2cups
  • cucumber (deseeded & diced)
    cucumber (deseeded & diced)
    2cups
  • red onion (julienned)
    red onion (julienned)
    1/2cup
  • cheddar cheese (grated)
    cheddar cheese (grated)
    2cups
  • avocado (cubed)
    avocado (cubed)
    2cups
  • lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
    lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
    3tbsp
  • sunflower oil
    sunflower oil
    3tbsp
  • salt & pepper to taste
    salt & pepper to taste
  • coriander leaves (roughly chopped)
    coriander leaves (roughly chopped)

How to make Chicken Tacos

Flour Tortillas

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Mix well with a spoon, then start mixing with your hands until the flour comes together into a ball. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water. If too sticky, add a little more flour.

    Step 1.1: In a bowl, combine all the ingredients
  2. Step 2

    Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface, then knead with the palms of your hands. The more you work the dough, the softer it becomes.

    Step 1.1: Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface, then knead with the palms of your hands
    Step 1.2: Place the dough onto a lightly floured surface, then knead with the palms of your hands
  3. Step 3

    Once your dough is smooth, divide it into equal round balls. On a lightly floured surface, roll out your dough with a rolling pin, from the center outwards, rotating the dough on each roll to help create a round wrap. Roll each wrap very thin, about 2mm thick. If you would like a perfectly round wrap, use a round plate to cut a perfectly round wrap.

    Step 1.1: Once your dough is smooth, divide it into equal round balls
  4. Step 4

    Heat a griddle pan on very low heat. Add a tiny bit of oil and tilt your pan to spread the oil. When warm, add one wrap and cook for about 3 minutes on one side. You will see bubbles appear on the top of the wrap, then flip the wrap to cook the other side. You want both sides to have golden brown markings.

    Step 1.1: Heat a griddle pan on very low heat
  5. Step 5

    Once cooked, place the wraps onto a plate and cover to keep them moist so they don't dry out. Wraps can be used immediately or frozen in an airtight container with greaseproof sheets in between wraps to prevent them from sticking to each other.

    Step 1.1: Once cooked, place the wraps onto a plate and cover to keep them moist so they don't dry out

Taco Filling

  1. Step 1

    Heat a pan to high heat, add the vegetable oil, then add the chicken strips. Sauté until golden brown, then turn down the heat to medium.

    Step 2.1: Heat a pan to high heat, add the vegetable oil, then add the chicken strips
  2. Step 2

    Add the cumin powder, smoked paprika, and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, garlic, and chillies. Turn down to low heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. You should smell the Mexican aroma.

    Step 2.1: Add the cumin powder, smoked paprika, and sauté for 2 minutes
  3. Step 3

    In the meantime, have your salad and cheese ingredients ready.

    Step 2.1: In the meantime, have your salad and cheese ingredients ready
  4. Step 4

    Place the avocado cubes into a bowl and pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice over. Mix well but gently so the avocado does not turn brown.

    Step 2.1: Place the avocado cubes into a bowl and pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice over
  5. Step 5

    Now build your tacos, starting with lettuce in the center, topped with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, cheddar cheese, and avocado. Make sure the tacos are not overfilled as they will be eaten by hand. The tacos must be able to be folded, resembling a sandwich.

    Step 2.1: Now build your tacos, starting with lettuce in the center, topped with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, cheddar cheese, and avocado
    Step 2.2: Now build your tacos, starting with lettuce in the center, topped with chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, cheddar cheese, and avocado

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

731.3kcal (36.56%)

Protein

33.5g (67%)

Carbs

58.0g (21.09%)

Sugars

4.5g (9%)

Healthy Fat

30.1g

Unhealthy Fat

9.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water. If too sticky, add a little more flour.

  2. To keep the tortillas moist, cover them with a cloth after cooking.

  3. For a perfectly round tortilla, use a round plate to cut the dough.

FAQS

  1. How do I make homemade flour tortillas for chicken tacos?

    To make homemade flour tortillas for your chicken tacos, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp of olive oil, 1 tsp of baking powder, and 0.5 cup of warm tap water in a bowl. Mix until a dough forms, then knead until smooth. Divide the dough into balls, roll them out thinly, and cook on a griddle pan until golden brown.

  2. What are some healthy substitutions for chicken tacos?

    If you're looking for healthier substitutions for chicken tacos, consider using whole wheat flour for the tortillas, swapping chicken breast for grilled shrimp or tofu, and adding more vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. You can also use Greek yogurt instead of cheese for a lighter topping.

  3. How can I store leftover chicken tacos and tortillas?

    To store leftover chicken tacos, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For the tortillas, you can freeze them in an airtight container with greaseproof sheets in between to prevent sticking. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

  4. What are some great side dishes to serve with chicken tacos?

    Great side dishes to serve with chicken tacos include Mexican rice, black beans, or a fresh corn salad. You can also serve a side of guacamole or salsa for dipping, which complements the flavors of the tacos beautifully.

  5. Can I make chicken tacos gluten-free?

    Yes, you can make chicken tacos gluten-free by using gluten-free flour for the tortillas. There are many gluten-free flour blends available that work well for making tortillas. Just follow the same process as with regular flour, adjusting the water as needed to achieve the right dough consistency.

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