Chicken Taco Seasoning for Chicken Breasts

shredded chicken with chicken taco seasoning

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Chicken Taco Seasoning for Chicken Breasts

Make the best chicken tacos with this homemade chicken taco seasoning recipe. I have instructions for how to make the seasoning and cook your chicken breast.

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings Tablespoons

Ingredients

2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon table salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

Mix all of the spices together. One batch makes 2 tablespoons of seasoning. Use 1 tablespoon per pound of chicken breast and 2 tablespoons per pound of ground meat. See notes for how to cook chicken!

Notes

How to cook chicken breast:

Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet. Coat with the taco seasoning and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Bake at 425°F for 25–35 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then shred with two forks.

Storage: Store cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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