Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Crispy Lemon Pepper Chicken Tacos are a delightful twist on traditional tacos, featuring tender chicken coated in a zesty lemon pepper seasoning. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this tacos recipe is sure to impress.

The preparation is simple, and the flavors are bright and refreshing, making it a great choice for taco lovers looking to try something new.

Zesty Chicken Tacos Recipe

This recipe features crispy chicken pieces seasoned with lemon pepper, served in warm tortillas and topped with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado. The entire process takes about 30 minutes and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado, sliced
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken strips with lemon pepper seasoning until evenly coated.
Set Up Breading Station: Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow dishes.
Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip into the egg, and coat with breadcrumbs.
Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken cooks, warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave.
Assemble the Tacos: Place crispy chicken strips in each tortilla and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.