Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts, olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
- Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on the grill.
- Assemble the tacos by placing some chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and cilantro on each tortilla.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges.
Nutritional Information:
(Per taco)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 500mg
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Juicy and tender chicken
- Fresh and crunchy vegetables
- Creamy and tangy toppings
- Perfect for a casual meal or party
User Comments:
- "These tacos were amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the toppings were fresh and delicious."
- "I love how easy these tacos are to make. They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal."
- "These tacos were a hit with my family. They're sure to become a regular in our dinner rotation."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before assembling the tacos.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat.
- To add a bit of spice, you can add some diced jalapeños to the chicken marinade.
- For a vegetarian version of these tacos, you can substitute grilled tofu or tempeh for the chicken.