Low Fat Classic Chicken Tacos
Enjoy a guilt-free twist on taco night with these Low Fat Classic Chicken Tacos—an irresistible combination of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Perfectly marinated bite-sized chicken pieces are infused with the zesty tang of lime juice, smoky cumin, and fiery chili powder, then gently sautéed to create a tender, flavorful filling. Served on warm corn tortillas and topped with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, aromatic cilantro, and a dollop of reduced-fat sour cream, these tacos highlight the best of fresh, healthy cooking. Ready in just 30 minutes and designed to satisfy without the extra calories, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing addition to your taco Tuesday repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
- 0.5 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup reduced-fat sour cream
Instructions
1. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, toss to coat, and let them sit for about 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully cooked through and lightly browned, approximately 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas on a separate dry skillet over medium heat, turning once, until they're heated through, about 1-2 minutes per side. Alternatively, warm them wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave for about 30 seconds.
6. To assemble the tacos, divide the chicken evenly among the tortillas.
7. Top each taco with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
8. Serve with salsa and a dollop of reduced-fat sour cream on the side.
9. Enjoy your low-fat classic chicken tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1598 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.9 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 2892 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 165.6 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2735 mg | 58% | |
*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.
