Spicy Pickle Chicken Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Spicy Pickle Chicken Tacos are a unique twist on traditional tacos, combining tender chicken with the zesty flavor of pickles. This Tacos Recipe is perfect for those who enjoy a bit of heat and tang in their meals.

The preparation is simple, making it a great option for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

Flavorful Spicy Pickle Chicken Tacos

This recipe features marinated chicken cooked to perfection, topped with crunchy pickles and fresh ingredients, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup dill pickle juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
Sliced pickles for topping
Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken thighs and pickle juice. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade, season with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked and no longer pink.
Prepare the Tacos: Warm tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave. Slice the cooked chicken into strips.
Assemble the Tacos: Place a few strips of chicken on each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and sliced pickles.
Serve: Drizzle with hot sauce if desired and serve immediately.