Lime Chicken Tacos
User Reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
8 hrs
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Cook Time
mins
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Total Time
8 hrs 11 mins
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Servings
5
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Calories
251 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Lime Chicken Tacos
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Lime Chicken Tacos make an easy, flavorful and wholesome dinner that your family will love. After marinating overnight you can have a delicious dinner on the table in 15 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 lime juiced
- 2 teaspoons SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener Granulated
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1-1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs - cubed
- 10 6 inch corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup Pico de Gallo salsa
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine the first 9 ingredients to create the marinade. Place chicken in a plastic zip-top bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Close the bag and refrigerate overnight.
- In a large skillet over medium high heat cook the chicken for about 5 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink and all juices run clear.
- Wrap the corn tortillas in a moist paper towel and place on a microwave safe plate. Microwave for about 1 minute to heat.
- To serve, place the corn tortillas on a plate and fill each with chicken. Top each taco with your favorite toppings such as pico de gallo (tomatoes, onions, jalapenos), shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, and chopped avocado or cilantro.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
251kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
30g
(10%)
Protein
13g
(26%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
47mg
(16%)
Sodium
269mg
(11%)
Potassium
222mg
(6%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
251IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
116mg
(12%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 251kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 47mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 269mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 222mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 251IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
3 reviews
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