Description
Jamie Oliver’s Mexican Chicken Tacos feature juicy chicken breast marinated in a flavorful blend of Mexican spices, pan-fried to perfection, and served in warm tortillas with a variety of fresh toppings. The tacos are easy to customize, so you can add your favorite toppings and enjoy a delicious, vibrant meal that’s full of flavor.Jamie Oliver’s Mexican Chicken Tacos feature juicy chicken breast marinated in a flavorful blend of Mexican spices, pan-fried to perfection, and served in warm tortillas with a variety of fresh toppings. The tacos are easy to customize, so you can add your favorite toppings and enjoy a delicious, vibrant meal that’s full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for heat)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 100g (1 cup) cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- Fresh cilantro (coriander), chopped
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, chili powder (if using), lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add the sliced chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly with the marinade. Let the chicken marinate for 10-15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Heat a large pan or skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken slices to the pan and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the toppings. Slice the avocado, quarter the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion and roughly chop the fresh cilantro. Set all the toppings aside, ready to assemble the tacos.
Heat the tortillas in a dry pan over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until they are warmed through and slightly toasted. Alternatively, you can wrap the tortillas in foil and warm them in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5 minutes.
To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of the cooked chicken onto each warm tortilla. Top with avocado slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with a little lime juice for extra zing. If you like, add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for creaminess.
Serve the tacos immediately, allowing everyone to customize their own tacos with their favorite toppings. Enjoy with a side of salsa, guacamole, or a fresh salad.