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Ground Chicken Tacos

This ground chicken taco recipe is flavorful, juicy, and easy to make in one skillet. It is cooked with a homemade taco seasoning blend and finished with a splash of tomato sauce for a rich, savory filling. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and is ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner, lounch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
  • ¼ cup chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the ground chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns.
  5. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Add the tomato sauce and chicken broth, then stir until everything is well combined.
  7. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
  8. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  9. Fill each tortilla with the ground chicken mixture.
  10. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.

Notes

  • Use corn or flour tortillas based on your preference.
  • Add diced jalapeños for extra heat.
  • The taco filling can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • The filling also freezes well for up to 3 months.
  • Serve with rice, black beans, or tortilla chips for a complete meal.