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Marissa Bolden

Easy Cast-Iron Skillet Chicken Tacos

Juicy, boldly seasoned chicken cooked to perfection in a cast-iron skillet—this versatile recipe makes incredible tacos, burrito bowls, or quesadillas. A quick and flavor-packed go-to for busy weeknights.
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Servings: 2 breasts
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp salt

Method
 

  1. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Add the cubed chicken and oil to the dry ingredients, tossing to coat. Marinate for one hour.
  3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 7–9 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet.
  5. Serve with cheese, onion, tomato, and cilantro in tacos, burrito bowls, or quesadillas.