Tequila-Lime Chicken Tacos

Name: Tequila-Lime Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: Minced zest and juice of 3 limes or lemons; 1/4 cup tequila; 1 tablespoon Triple Sec or other orange flavored liqueur; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 2 teaspoons ground dried green chile or chile seasoning (or 1 tablespoon minced pickled jalapeño); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (pounded 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick); 3 to 4 medium limes (sliced into 4 wedges); Few tablespoons tequila; Vegetable oil; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons minced cilantro leaves; 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon dried ground green chile or green chile seasoning (or minced pickled jalapeño to taste); 12 corn tortillas (plus a few extras in case of tears); Cilantro; White onion (chopped (optional))

Instructions

Prep:25minCook:15min

These easy chicken tacos, made with marinated grilled chicken and a cilantro-spiked mayonnaise, are an easy meal, perfect for weeknights or casual entertaining.

Updated at: Mon, 22 Dec 2025 02:25:29 GMT