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Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
Cilantro lime chicken tacos have fantastic flavor and the entire dish comes together in minutes. Try this for your next taco night.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 318 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 limes (juiced)
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
For the Marinade:
- In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, avocado oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, honey, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours.
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Grilling:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the hot grill. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 5 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing into thin strips.
To Assemble:
- Warm the tortillas on the grill or in a skillet.
- Assemble the tacos by placing a few slices of grilled chicken on each tortilla.
Notes
- Marinade Time: For best results, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 4 hours. Longer marinating times can cause the lime juice to start breaking down the proteins in the chicken, affecting its texture.
- If your chicken breasts are thick, consider pounding them to an even thickness for more uniform cooking on the grill.
- Be sure your grill is preheated to medium-high. This helps in getting a good sear on the chicken, locking in juices and adding a nice charred flavor.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. It should reach 165°F to ensure it's fully cooked and safe to eat.
- Allow the grilled chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking. This helps redistribute the juices throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful when sliced.
Nutrition Information
Calories
318kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
29g
(10%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
36mg
(12%)
Sodium
95mg
(4%)
Potassium
361mg
(10%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
180IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
11mg
(12%)
Calcium
63mg
(6%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 318kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 95mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 361mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 180IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 63mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.