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Spicy Juicy Chicken Tacos

Tacos are on the top of the list for the best picnic foods. A tortilla wraps around yummy ingredients including avocado, spicy chicken and cilantro. Here is the recipe for a yummy taco picnic platter.

  • 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless skinlessor chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder or onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas 

Pico de Gallo

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped tomato
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro
  • 1 finely chopped jalapeño deseeded 
  • 1 tsp lime juice 
  • pinch salt and pepper to taste
  • Add the chicken, garlic, olive oil, lime, and spices, to a large bowl or zip-seal bag and stir or shake to combine.
  • Heat a large pan to medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side and the internal temperature of 166 degrees F. Remove from heat and cool for at least four minutes. Slice or chop into small cubes.
  • While the chicken is cooking, combine the chopped tomato, jalapeno, onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a small bowl. Char tortillas on the stovetop over the flame until lightly charred (this step is optional).
  • Assemble tacos by placing about 1/4 cup of chicken into each tortilla. Top with a few tablespoons of the onion-tomato mixture and a drizzle of cilantro sauce.
  • Picnic ready!
Tortilla Warmer

Tacos are super nutritious and yummy!

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