Mexican Chicken Tortillas
Take your taste buds south of the border with these vibrant and flavorful Mexican Chicken Tortillas! This easy, weeknight-friendly recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts infused with spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, then seared to golden perfection. Wrapped in warm, pliable flour tortillas, each bite is a fiesta of fresh toppings—crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, sharp cheddar, and a dollop of tangy sour cream. A fresh squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro bring it all together for a refreshingly zesty finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, these customizable tortillas are perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or Taco Tuesday celebrations. Taste the irresistible combination of bold flavors and vibrant colors with these Mexican-inspired tortilla wraps!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 piece lime
- 6 pieces flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 piece avocado
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels. Set them aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes on a cutting board. Slice the chicken into thin strips.
Warm the flour tortillas by placing them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20-30 seconds on each side, or until they are pliable.
To assemble the tortillas, place a layer of shredded lettuce on each tortilla, followed by sliced chicken, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Top with a dollop of sour cream, a few slices of avocado, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over each tortilla for an extra burst of flavor.
Serve the tortillas immediately, allowing diners to fold and enjoy them.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.4 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.6 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 465 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 5225 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.2 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 164.6 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1539 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*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.
