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18) Taco-Seasoned Chicken Tender Strips for Tacos

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional: shredded cheese salsa, chopped lettuce, lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Pat tenders dry and toss with oil, taco seasoning, and salt.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 3–4 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  4. Let rest 2 minutes, then slice into strips.
  5. Warm tortillas in the skillet for 20–30 seconds each.
  6. Fill tortillas with chicken and whatever toppings your family will actually eat.