Coconut Free Classic Chicken Tacos
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4 servings
For the chicken
- 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the pico de gallo
- 3 medium roma tomatoes, finely diced
- ½ small white onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 8–10 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup green cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- ½ cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each thigh.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken thighs in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 5–6 minutes, until the underside is deep golden brown and releases easily from the pan.
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