Heart-Healthy Classic Chicken Tacos
Savor the fresh, vibrant flavors of 'Heart-Healthy Classic Chicken Tacos,' a delicious twist on a beloved favorite that’s packed with wholesome goodness and bold spices. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken breast seasoned with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, this recipe offers a full-bodied flavor that's perfect for taco night. A tangy squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens the dish, while toppings of juicy diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and fragrant cilantro add layers of texture and nutrition. Served on warm corn tortillas, these tacos are gluten-free, low in saturated fat, and ready in just 30 minutes, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings alike. Embrace heart-healthy living with this quick, easy, and irresistibly satisfying recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 medium avocado, diced
Instructions
Begin by dicing the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spice blend.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
Squeeze the lime juice over the cooked chicken while it's still in the skillet, giving it a fresh and tangy finish. Stir well to distribute the lime juice.
While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas on a separate skillet or directly over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side until pliable.
To assemble the tacos, divide the cooked chicken evenly among the warm tortillas.
Top each taco with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, a few tablespoons of diced tomatoes, and some diced avocado.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your heart-healthy chicken tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.5 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 1325 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 162.0 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2954 mg | 63% | |
*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.
