Spicy Chicken Tacos: A Tribute to International Hot Spicy Food Day!

Create a culinary adventure with this Spicy Chicken Taco recipe to honour International Hot and Spicy Food Day! Taste this zesty symphony of flavours as thinly sliced, seasoned chicken breasts sizzle with a perfect blend of smoked paprika, cumin, chilli powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper.

In this dish, vibrant red onions, bell peppers, jalapeños, and garlic dance together, creating a balance of heat and freshness. A burst of lime juice adds a zesty kick, while fresh coriander elevates the flavours with herbal goodness.

Put these tantalising fillings onto warm tortillas, and customise your taco night with toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, or a drizzle of hot sauce.

Perfect for celebrating International Hot and Spicy Food Day, these Spicy Chicken Tacos promise a tasty journey through layers of flavour and spice. Adjust the heat to suit your preferences, and get ready to savour the fiery goodness of these hot and flavourful tacos! Happy cooking and spice up your International Hot and Spicy Food Day!

Ingredients:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1 teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon chilli powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1 bell pepper (any colour), thinly sliced

• 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 lime, juiced

• Fresh coriander, chopped

• Tortillas (corn or flour)

• Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, hot sauce, chopped avocado

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine smoked paprika, cumin, chilli powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Season the chicken slices with this spice mixture.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken slices and cook until browned and cooked through about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add sliced red onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Drizzle lime juice over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together to combine.
5. Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
6. Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of the spicy chicken and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla.
7. Top with fresh coriander and your choice of optional toppings like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, or hot sauce.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy the spicy goodness of these hot and flavourful chicken tacos!

Feel free to adjust the spice level according to your taste preferences, and happy International Hot and Spicy Food Day!