Chicken and Kiwi Tacos
Spice up your taco nights with these zesty and refreshing Chicken and Kiwi Tacos! This unique recipe combines tender, cumin- and paprika-rubbed chicken with a vibrant, fruity kiwi salsa, delivering a delightful balance of smoky and tangy flavors. The kiwi salsa, made with juicy diced kiwi, crisp red onion, fresh cilantro, and a splash of lime juice, adds an unexpected tropical twist that perfectly complements the savory chicken. Served on warm, pliable flour tortillas with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a drizzle of optional hot sauce for heat lovers, these tacos are quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, making them a fantastic choice for weeknights or casual gatherings. Bursting with fresh ingredients and bold flavors, these tacos are sure to become a crowd favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 whole fresh kiwis
- 0.5 whole red onion
- 1 whole lime
- 2 tablespoons cilantro
- 6 pieces flour tortillas
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Set aside to marinate while preparing other ingredients.
Peel and dice the kiwis into small chunks. Place them in a bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the kiwi.
Chop the cilantro and squeeze the juice from the lime over the kiwi mixture. Mix gently to combine. Set aside as the kiwi salsa.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Spread a small amount of sour cream on each tortilla and add a few strips of chicken.
Top the chicken with a generous spoonful of kiwi salsa.
Drizzle with hot sauce if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 3587 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 163.5 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.1 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1729 mg | 37% | |
*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.
