Description
Bright, citrus-forward cilantro lime chicken tacos featuring tender marinated poultry inside warm, soft tortillas. This restaurant-quality meal relies on a simple blend of fresh lime, garlic, and cilantro to deliver a vibrant and succulent flavor profile. Perfect for busy weeknights, this healthy dinner is fast, satisfying, and easy to assemble whenever you crave a fresh Mexican-inspired feast.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
0.5 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
8–10 corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
Whisk together lime juice, cilantro, garlic, olive oil, and cumin in a large glass bowl.
Add the chicken strips to the bowl and toss until thoroughly coated.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken to the pan in a single layer and sear until cooked through and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve immediately inside warm tortillas.
Notes
Include optional fresh jalapeño slices if you prefer extra heat. For a quick assembly, have toppings like diced onion and avocado ready while the chicken marinates.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg