Southwestern Taco Chicken 5 Ww Points
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this flavorful Southwestern Taco Chicken, weighing in at just 5 WW points per serving! This easy-to-make recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned with a zesty blend of taco seasoning, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder, then finished with a squeeze of fresh lime juice for a tangy kick. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy, protein-packed meal ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it with a side of crunchy lettuce wraps, colorful roasted veggies, or fluffy cauliflower rice for a satisfying low-point feast. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this dish brings bold southwestern flavors to your table without the guilt. Keywords: Southwestern Taco Chicken, 5 WW Points, healthy chicken recipe, low-calorie meal, taco seasoning chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (4-5 oz each) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning (low-sodium if preferred)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with non-stick cooking spray.
In a small bowl, combine the taco seasoning, garlic powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to create the spice rub.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of the chicken lightly with olive oil.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated with seasoning.
Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not crowded together.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C). If your chicken breasts are thicker, you may need to add a couple of extra minutes to the cook time.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the chicken for added flavor.
Slice the chicken if desired and serve warm. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for an extra pop of freshness, if using.
Serve with your favorite low-point side dishes like lettuce wraps, roasted vegetables, or cauliflower rice to round out the meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.8 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.9 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 482 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 1948 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 178.4 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 1675 mg | 36% | |
*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.
