Classic Chicken Tacos with Lime Crema Recipe
Tender chicken tacos with a zesty lime crema, fresh toppings, and warm corn tortillas - a delicious twist on traditional Mexican street food.
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet or grill pan For cooking the chicken
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Mixing bowl For lime crema
- 1 Tortilla warmer Optional
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breasts or thighs Boneless skinless
- 1 tbsp Olive oil Extra virgin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
- 8-10 Corn tortillas Small
- 1/2 cup Sour cream For lime crema
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice About 1 lime
- 1 tsp Honey
- 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Chopped
- 1/4 cup Red onion Finely diced
- 1/4 cup Shredded cabbage
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Cut chicken into thin strips. In a bowl, mix chicken with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until fully cooked and slightly charred at the edges (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Make lime crema: In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, and honey.
- Warm tortillas: Place tortillas in a tortilla warmer or wrap in a damp cloth and microwave for 30 seconds to steam.
- Assemble tacos: Place a few strips of chicken in each tortilla. Top with lime crema, cilantro, red onion, and cabbage.
- Serve: Serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side.
Notes
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Tips: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in lime juice and seasonings for 30 minutes before cooking.
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Storage: Store assembled tacos are best enjoyed fresh. Store cooked chicken and lime crema separately for up to 2 days.
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Freezing: Not recommended for optimal texture.
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Variations: Add avocado slices, pickled onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and texture.