Chicken Tacos

Simple spiced chicken, classic toppings

Prep: Cook: Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • Corn tortillas
  • Diced onion, cilantro, salsa

Instructions

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  1. Mix oil with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, 1 tsp salt.
  2. Toss chicken with spice mixture. Arrange on baking sheet.
  3. Roast at 425°F until cooked and slightly charred, .
  4. Rest , chop or shred. Toss with lime juice.
  5. Warm tortillas. Serve in tortillas with onion, cilantro, salsa.

Notes

  • Thighs stay moister than breasts.
  • Char adds taqueria flavor.
  • Double-stack corn tortillas.

Serious Eats (Kenji López-Alt tested)