Citrus Chicken Tacos
Citrus chicken tacos are made with marinated chicken thighs cooked quickly on the stovetop and finished with fresh orange, lemon, and lime flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs, cubbed
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 jalapeños, sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 orange, juiced and zested
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 4 flour tortillas
Instructions
- Combine onion, garlic, jalapeno, cilantro, orange, lemon and lime juice and zest, salt, pepper and olive oil in a medium bowl.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag and pour over the marinade. Seal the bag and massage the chicken to ensure it is evenly covered with the marinade. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Heat a bit of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade using a slotted spoon and add to the pan in a single layer.
- Cook the chicken stirring event 2-3 minutes until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Depending on the size of your skillet you may need to cook the chicken in batches.
- Serve warm with tortillas and your favorite toppings.
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Notes
- Marinate for Best Flavor: Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 2 hours so the citrus and aromatics can fully flavor the meat.
- Don’t Crowd the Pan: Cook the chicken in a single layer to ensure even browning; work in batches if needed.
- Use a Hot Skillet: Starting with a hot pan helps the chicken sear quickly and lock in moisture.
- Discard Used Marinade: Do not reuse the marinade after removing the chicken, as it contains raw poultry juices.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs: A sprinkle of fresh cilantro just before serving adds freshness and balance to the citrus flavors.
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