High Protein Soft Chicken Tacos
These High Protein Soft Chicken Tacos are a flavorful, healthy taco night staple that's ready in just 30 minutes! Tender, bite-sized chicken breast pieces are marinated in a zesty blend of chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic, lime juice, and a touch of olive oil, then seared to perfection for a bold, smoky taste. Served on soft whole wheat tortillas, these tacos are loaded with wholesome toppings like black beans, creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of protein-packed Greek yogurt. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, these tacos are customizable, nutritious, and packed with vibrant Tex-Mex flavors. Whether you're looking for high-protein dinner ideas or a lighter take on classic tacos, this recipe is guaranteed to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 8 pieces soft whole wheat tortillas
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup red onion, diced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 piece jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- 1 piece avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Begin by prepping the chicken. Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Stir well to create a marinade.
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 1 hour for increased flavor.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet in a single layer.
Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked and browned on all sides.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the toppings. Drain and rinse the canned black beans. Dice the red onion and chop the cilantro. Slice the jalapeño and avocado.
Warm the whole wheat tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds, or until they are soft and pliable.
Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of cooked chicken onto each tortilla, followed by a spoonful of black beans, diced onion, chopped cilantro, jalapeño slices, and avocado.
Top each taco with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream and a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your high protein soft chicken tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.1 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 3600 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.6 g | 227% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 224.8 g | 450% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1107 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 26.0 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 4188 mg | 89% | |
*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.
