Skillet Chicken Tacos
Looking for something to get through your weekday dinner prep? This easy 1, 2, 3 skillet chicken tacos idea is packed with great flavor!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: asparagus, chicken thigh, skillet, sweet potato toast
Servings: 2 people
Author: Brenda
- 2 servings Protein I used chicken thigh
- 1 1/2 cup Crunchy vegetables I used asparagus and bell pepper, cut in 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup Creamy vegetables I used sweet potatoes, but in cubes, sub with tomato puree for keto
- 1 tbsp Chopped herbs I used cilantro
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 4 Taco shell or tortillas I used corn based ones, sub with flax tortilla for keto
Heat skillet over medium heat with cooking oil
Place chicken thigh skin side down. Season with salt and pepper then press down to pan fry
As the chicken skin crisp up, turn chicken thighs over with a spatula. Season with salt and pepper on the other side
Add creamy vegetables to skillet along with 1/2 cup water
Cover to simmer until chicken is fully cooked
Add crunchy vegetable to skillet and stir to combine. Season further if needed
Serve with your choice of tortillas and enjoy!