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The Best Grilled Chicken For Tacos, Burritos, or Salads

Charred and Tender grilled or chicken spiced with a special blend of homemade taco seasoning can be grilled or cooked in a skillet on the stove-top. It's delicious in tacos, burritos, on salads, or for meal-prep! 

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts we prefer thighs
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon corn starch optional

Instructions

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  1. Add the chicken, garlic, olive oil, lime, spices, and cornstarch to a large bowl or zip-seal bag.
  2. Place in fridge and let marinate for at least 15-30 minutes or up to 24 hours. 
  3. Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade. Place chicken on a grill or pan heated to medium-high heat. Let chicken cook until it is no longer pink on the inside, about 6-7 minutes per side  (or until it has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees F). 
  4. Serve chicken in tacos, burritos, on salads or rice.