Chili Lime Chicken Tacos
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Chili Lime Chicken Tacos
Description
Chili Lime Chicken Tacos feature boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a mixture of olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, black pepper, lime zest, lime juice, and minced garlic. The marinade infuses the chicken with vibrant, citrusy heat. Baking the chicken at 425 degrees cooks it through while keeping it moist; a final broil helps develop a subtle char at the edges.
The chicken rests briefly before slicing to retain juices. It is then served on corn tortillas accompanied by pico de gallo and guacamole, adding fresh and creamy textures. These tacos bring together layered flavors and are easy to customize with your preferred toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs boneless skinless
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup Pico de Gallo homemade or store bought
- 1 cup guacamole
chili lime chicken marinade
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- black pepper to taste
- lime zest
- 1/4 cup lime juice about 1 large lime, fresh
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Whisk together all ingredients for marinade. Add chicken thighs and toss to make sure each piece is fully coated in the marinade. Marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- When ready to bake chicken, preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.
- Bake chicken until cooked through, about 20 minutes. When cooked, place under broiler for 1-2 minutes to char the edges (optional).
- Remove chicken and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes, then slice.
- Serve chicken with tortillas, pico de gallo, guacamole and your other favorite taco toppings!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 566mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 361mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 661IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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