If you think grilled chicken breast can be bland, and you love big flavors, this is a recipe for you. You can make vegetarian tacos with this recipe by subbing chicken for firm or very firm tofu.
Ingredients
Chicken_breast
- 1 to 1 ¼ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (sub 20 oz of firm or very firm tofu - 1 ½ containers)
Oil
- 1 teaspoon canola, avocado, sesame, peanut or light olive oil
Chili_powder
- 1 teaspoon
Cumin
- 1 teaspoon
Brown_sugar
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
Onion_powder
- ½ teaspoon
Garlic_powder
- ½ teaspoon
Salt
- ¼ teaspoon
Pepper
- ¼ teaspoon
Tacos
- 12 soft, corn tacos (5-inch diameter)
Instructions
Step 1
Rub chicken breast with oil. (If using firm tofu, cube into 1" pieces).
Step 2
Mix remaining ingredients and rub onto chicken breast. (If using firm tofu, gently toss tofu with spices on a bowl).
Step 3
Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
Step 4
Heat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 5 minutes per side until cooked through. Let stand 10 minutes. Slice thinly. (If using tofu, bake, pan-fry, or grill- if you grill, place on top of aluminum foil).
Step 5
Heat tortillas briefly on hot grill to warm up. Or wrap in a clean towel and heat in microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
Step 6
To serve, place chicken in taco and top with favorite toppings.
Notes
Assorted toppings may include guacamole, tomato salsa, fresh cilantro sprigs, shredded lettuce, queso fresco, shredded cheese, or sour cream