Low Sodium Chicken Soft Tacos
Savor the vibrant flavors of these Low Sodium Chicken Soft Tacos, a healthier twist on a beloved classic that's perfect for those watching their salt intake. Succulent strips of seasoned chicken are infused with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika, then finished with a zesty splash of lime juice for maximum flavor without added salt. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are topped with a fresh medley of avocado, diced tomato, red onion, shredded lettuce, and a hint of jalapeño heat, creating a colorful and nutritious meal. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, these tacos are a guilt-free favorite for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 8 pieces corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 1 small jalapeño, de-seeded and chopped
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.
In a bowl, combine the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the chicken strips, ensuring they are evenly coated.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
Drizzle lime juice over the cooked chicken and stir well.
Warm the corn tortillas by placing them on a hot skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by layering chicken, cilantro, avocado, red onion, tomato, chopped jalapeño, and shredded lettuce onto each tortilla.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Healthy Low Sodium Chicken Soft Tacos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 517 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 212.6 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.3 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 172.6 g | 345% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3428 mg | 73% | |
*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.
