Ingredients
Chicken Marinade
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced into thin strips
- 30 ml olive oil
- 10 ml lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 200 g lettuce shredded
- 200 g tomatoes diced
- 100 g red onion diced
- 100 g cheese grated
- 100 g sour cream
- 100 g salsa (mild or hot, as per your preference)
- fresh coriander leaves for garnish (optional)
- lime wedges for serving
Tortillas
- 8 small corn tortillas (you can warm these in the oven or on a skillet)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken strips to the marinade and toss to coat them thoroughly.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated chicken strips to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Toppings:
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the toppings.
- Shred the lettuce, dice the tomatoes and red onions, grate the cheese, and set them all aside in separate bowls.
- Place the sour cream and salsa in serving bowls.
Warm the Tortillas:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) or warm a skillet over medium heat.
- Wrap the tortillas in aluminum foil and heat them in the oven for about 5 minutes or warm them individually in the skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos:
- Take a warm tortilla and place a spoonful of the cooked chicken in the center.
- Add your desired toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onions, grated cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves if desired.
- Squeeze a lime wedge over the taco for extra flavor.
Serve:
- Serve the chicken tacos immediately while they're warm and enjoy!Feel free to customize your chicken tacos with additional toppings like guacamole, jalapeños, or sliced black olives to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition Facts
Chicken tacos
Amount per Serving
Calories
509
% Daily Value*
Fat
25
g
38
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
56
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
3
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
120
mg
40
%
Sodium
522
mg
23
%
Potassium
939
mg
27
%
Carbohydrates
34
g
11
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
6
g
7
%
Protein
38
g
76
%
Vitamin A
1641
IU
33
%
Vitamin C
14
mg
17
%
Calcium
288
mg
29
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.