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Easy Car-Camping Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos

Fast, fresh tacos with zesty chicken, perfect for a satisfying dinner when you're car-camping or need a quick meal at home.

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Added August 13, 2026
Source: rei.com
Easy Car-Camping Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • •1 lb chicken
  • •2 tbsp lime juice
  • •1 tbsp olive oil
  • •1 bunch cilantro
  • •1 packet taco seasoning
  • •4 large tortillas

Equipment

  • • skillet
  • • meat thermometer

Instructions

  1. 1Marinate chicken with lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, and taco seasoning for at least 1 hour.
  2. 2Cook the chicken in a skillet or grill until fully cooked through, about 7-10 minutes each side.
  3. 3Slice the chicken and serve in tortillas with your choice of toppings, such as avocado or cheese.

Camp tips

  • • For added flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
  • • Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken is cooked to at least 165°F for juiciness.

Food safety & trail facts

Calories:
300

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