Sweet and Spicy Lemon Chicken Tacos Recipe

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

These Sweet and Spicy Lemon Chicken Tacos are a delightful fusion of flavors, combining zesty lemon with a hint of sweetness and spice. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this tacos recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.

The preparation is simple, making it easy to whip up a delicious meal in no time. You can customize the toppings to your liking, adding fresh vegetables, cheese, or your favorite salsa.

Flavorful Lemon Chicken Tacos

This tacos recipe features marinated chicken cooked to perfection, then served in warm tortillas with a variety of toppings. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 cup diced avocado
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Warm the Tortillas: While the chicken rests, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Slice the cooked chicken and place it on the warmed tortillas. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and serve immediately with additional lime wedges on the side.