Low Fat Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro
Satisfy your taco cravings without the guilt with these Low Fat Carnitas Flour Tacos with Onion and Cilantro! Made with tender, marinated chicken breast infused with a zesty blend of orange juice, lime, garlic, and Mexican spices, this lighter take on carnitas is a flavor-packed delight. The chicken is shredded to perfection, then nestled in soft flour tortillas and topped with fresh diced onion and fragrant cilantro for a burst of freshness in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, this healthy recipe is ready in just under an hour, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve with lime wedges for a tangy finish and enjoy the irresistible combination of vibrant flavors without compromising on nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 8 Small flour tortillas
- 1 cup White onion, diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and cut them into large chunks.
In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Add the chicken chunks to the bowl and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken, spreading it out in an even layer.
Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and allow it to rest for a few minutes. Once rested, shred the chicken with two forks.
Warm the flour tortillas by covering them with a damp cloth and microwaving them for about 30 seconds.
To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of shredded chicken onto each tortilla.
Top each taco with diced white onion and a sprinkling of fresh cilantro.
Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side for an extra bit of tang.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.6 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 4254 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 162.6 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2246 mg | 48% | |
*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.
