The Very Best Tacos You Can Make at Home | Epicurious 101

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber, while corn tortillas are usually cheaper.

Butterfly cut the chicken breast to create an even thickness.

Marinate the chicken with lime, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and a little oil for 10-15 minutes.

Prepare a creamy avocado salsa by blending half an onion, one lime, two avocados, and some cilantro with water and salt until smooth.

Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet and add canola oil until hot.

Sear the marinated chicken in the skillet, pressing down to cook evenly, for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.

Let the chicken rest for 4 minutes to retain moisture before cutting it into small, even pieces.

In the same skillet, heat corn tortillas, stacking them to keep them oily and steamy without burning.

Assemble the tacos by loading tortillas with chicken, avocado salsa, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, crema, and queso fresco.

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