Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos
Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos feature perfectly seasoned chicken breasts tossed in fresh lime juice and cilantro, topped with crisp vegetables for a light, flavorful taco night favorite.
4
servings15
minutes20
minutes450
kcal35
minutesIngredients
1 pound chicken breast
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
8 pieces soft tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
0.5 cup diced tomatoes
0.5 cup diced onions
Directions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Allow the oil to heat up for a minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Make sure the seasoning covers the entire surface of the chicken.
- Place the chicken breasts in the pan and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Once cooked, remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes; then slice into thin strips.
- In a bowl, mix lime juice and chopped cilantro. Pour mixture over the sliced chicken and toss to coat.
- Warm the soft tortillas in a separate pan over low heat for about a minute on each side.
- Assemble the tacos by adding chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions onto each tortilla, distributing evenly.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for additional flavor if desired.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 450kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
These Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos embody the essence of fresh, simple cooking for your Taco Tuesday with tender, spice-rubbed chicken that gets a bright citrus finish from fresh lime and fragrant cilantro. The combination of warm, seasoned protein and cool, crisp toppings creates a satisfying contrast that never gets boring. They’re perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or casual entertaining when you want maximum flavor with minimal fuss.
