Grilled Chicken Tacos
Fire up the grill and get ready to savor a fiesta of flavors with these irresistible Grilled Chicken Tacos! Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice, olive oil, and bold spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, then grilled to juicy perfection. Served on warm corn tortillas, these tacos are topped with fresh cilantro, red onion, creamy avocado, sour cream, and your favorite salsa for a vibrant and satisfying meal. Ideal for busy weeknights or laid-back gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a go-to for quick and flavorful dinners. Whether you're hosting Taco Tuesday or craving smoky, tangy goodness, these tacos will instantly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
- 0.25 cup diced red onion
- 1 cubed avocado
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Add chicken breasts to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill.
Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the juices run clear.
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Thinly slice the grilled chicken.
Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
To assemble the tacos, place a few slices of grilled chicken on each tortilla.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, cubed avocado, sour cream, and salsa.
Serve the tacos immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.0 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 3942 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.7 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.2 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.9 g | ||
| Protein | 245.6 g | 491% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3752 mg | 80% | |
*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.
