Description
Delightful tacos featuring marinated grilled chicken, refreshing lime, and fresh toppings. Perfect for gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Diced onions (for topping)
- Chopped cilantro (for topping)
- Sliced avocados (for topping)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, and salt until well blended.
- Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the bowl, ensuring each piece is generously coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or, for optimal flavor, up to six hours.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, letting it reach a good temperature before adding the chicken.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the marinated chicken on the grill, cooking for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reads 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the Chicken: Allow the grilled chicken to rest for 5 minutes—this step keeps it juicy as the juices redistribute.
- Warm the Tortillas: Place the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side, making them pliable and toasty.
- Slice the Chicken: Cut the rested chicken into strips, revealing their juicy interior.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with succulent chicken strips and top with your favorite toppings. Don’t be afraid to pile them high!
Notes
Feel free to add sliced jalapeños for heat or radish slices for extra crunch! You can also use chicken thighs for added tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg