Vegan Classic Chicken Tacos

Transform taco night with these irresistible Vegan Classic Chicken Tacos, a bold and colorful twist on a beloved favorite! Made with perfectly seasoned plant-based chicken strips, these tacos bring together smoky spices like paprika and cumin for an authentic, mouthwatering flavor. Piled high with fresh toppings—crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty cilantro—all nestled in warm corn tortillas, each bite is a celebration of vibrant, wholesome ingredients. Finished with a dollop of vegan sour cream and a squeeze of lime, these tacos are a quick, easy, and satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes. Dairy-free, meat-free, and full of flavor, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or anytime you're craving the ultimate plant-based taco experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Plant-based chicken strips
• 8 Corn tortillas
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium, chopped Red onion
• 1 medium, diced Tomato
• 4 large, shredded Lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro
• 1 cut into wedges Lime
• 1 large, sliced Avocado
• 0.5 cup Vegan sour cream

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the plant-based chicken strips. In a large mixing bowl, combine the onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the plant-based chicken strips to the bowl and mix thoroughly until the strips are well coated with the seasoning.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned plant-based chicken strips to the skillet.

Step 3

Cook the strips for approximately 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and heated through.

Step 4

While the strips are cooking, prepare the taco toppings. Chop the red onion, dice the tomato, shred the lettuce, and chop the cilantro. Slice the avocado and set everything aside.

Step 5

Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or until they are pliable and warm.

Step 6

Assemble the tacos by placing a few cooked plant-based chicken strips on each tortilla. Top with chopped red onion, diced tomato, shredded lettuce, and sliced avocado.

Step 7

Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and add a dollop of vegan sour cream on top.

Step 8

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1415.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2346.9

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4360.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 249.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.2g
Protein 104.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 541.1mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2927.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 41.0%