High Protein Chicken Street Tacos
Elevate your taco game with these high protein chicken street tacos—a flavorful and satisfying twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender, marinated chicken breasts infused with zesty lime juice and a medley of bold spices like chili powder, paprika, and cumin, this recipe delivers mouthwatering depth in every bite. Nestled in warm, pliable corn tortillas and topped with vibrant red onion, creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, crumbled cotija cheese, and a splash of salsa, these tacos are as nutritious as they are delicious. Quick to prepare and perfect for a crowd, this recipe is a protein-packed option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve them with a squeeze of lime and enjoy the irresistible taste of authentic street-style tacos right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime, juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 0.5 whole red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Instructions
Start by marinating the chicken breasts. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the olive oil, juice of one lime, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
While the chicken is resting, warm the corn tortillas on a separate skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.
Chop the rested chicken into small chunks or slices, suitable for tacos.
Assemble the tacos by placing the chopped chicken onto each tortilla. Top with slices of red onion, chopped cilantro, avocado, a spoonful of salsa, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.
Serve the high protein chicken street tacos immediately with additional lime wedges on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.0 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 424 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 4146 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.4 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.6 g | 156% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 169.2 g | 338% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1234 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 3002 mg | 64% | |
*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.
