Description
These tacos feature juicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty cilantro-lime mixture, perfect for any casual meal or lively gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, cheese, avocado, sour cream
Instructions
- Combine cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl to make the marinade.
- Soak chicken breasts in the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Warm the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble the tacos with sliced chicken and your choice of toppings.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Letting the chicken rest after grilling is key for juicy results.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken tacos, cilantro lime, grilled chicken, easy tacos, summer recipe