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Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Tacos

Juicy Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Tacos You’ll Love

Flavorsome Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Tacos perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ¼ cup lime juice freshly squeezed
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro fresh
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade by whisking together lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, along with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Marinate the Chicken by placing the chicken breasts in a resealable bag, covering with marinade, and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the Grill to medium-high heat, aiming for around 400°F (200°C).
  4. Grill the Chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Rest the Chicken for about 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  6. Slice and Serve the chicken in taco shells with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for up to 2 hours for deeper flavor and ensure grill is preheated to avoid dry chicken.

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