How to Prepare Chicken for Tacos

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Buy 1 lb.

   (453 g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, or separate your own from whole chickens.
   
   This will yield about 7 servings.
   
   Buy more, if you have a larger party.
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   Step 2: Defrost the chicken

   For best results, place it in the refrigerator 24 hours in advance to allow it to defrost evenly. ,, Cut each strip into 2 or 3 pieces, depending upon the size of your breasts.
   
   You should now have bite sized pieces. ,, (30 ml) of canola oil in a large skillet or sauté pan at a medium-high setting.
   
   Wait until the oil swirls on its own when you pick up the pan. , Space the strips out so they are in 1 layer. , This is an optional step, but will add more flavor.
   
   Add a few diced Serrano chilies when the onions are softened, if you want to make a very spicy chicken filling. , For example, use 1 tsp. (2 g) of cumin, 1 tsp. (2 g) of smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp. (1 g) of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
   
   You can replace this spice mix with a store-bought taco seasoning.
   
   For extra flavor, toss in a can of diced green chilies while you cook the chicken. ,,,, Mix well.
   
   For a stew-like chicken filling, add 1 cup (237 ml) of chicken or vegetable broth to the pan and allow it to simmer on the burner until it is a thick sauce. ,,,
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   Step 3: if need be.

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   Step 4: Trim any fat off the chicken breasts.

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   Step 5: Cut each chicken breast in vertical strips.

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   Step 6: Sprinkle the chicken with salt and black pepper.

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   Step 7: Heat 2 tbsp.

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   Step 8: Place the chicken in the heated pan.

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   Step 9: sauté 1 chopped yellow onion in another pan while you cook your chicken.

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    Step 10: Toss in Mexican spices while the chicken is cooking.

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    Step 11: Cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes.

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    Step 12: Warm tortillas or taco shells while the chicken cooks.

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    Step 13: Dice tomatoes

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    Step 14: lettuce

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    Step 15: avocado or whatever else you would like to put into your tacos.

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    Step 16: Add the chicken to the pan with cooked onions.

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    Step 17: Remove the chicken from the burner.

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    Step 18: Place your spiced chicken in taco shells or tortillas.

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    Step 19: Cover with toppings and salsa and serve.

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