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Chili Lime Chicken Tacos

A flavorful marinade lightly sweetened with honey creates these tender grilled Chili Lime Chicken Tacos. Add the toppings of your choice for a lightened up Mexican-inspired meal.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Marinating Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 32 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Salt
Keyword: chili lime chicken tacos, grilled chicken tacos
Servings: 6
Calories: 466kcal
Author: Valerie Brunmeier

Ingredients

Toppings

  • 1 large avocado sliced
  • 3/4 cup diced tomato
  • 3/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
  • 3/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese

Additional Optional Toppings

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, the juice from one lime, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  • If using thicker pieces of chicken, slice them through the center horizontally to create to thin pieces or use a mallet to pound them so that they are about 1/2-inch thick. Cut any larger pieces in half. Place the chicken in a zippered plastic storage bag and pour the marinade over. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least an hour or for up to 8 hours.
  • Preheat the grill for medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 5 or 6 minutes per side or until thoroughly cooked. Internal temperature should read 165 degrees F with an instant read thermometer when inserted in the thickest portion of the chicken.
  • Meanwhile, toast the tortillas for about 30 to 60 seconds per side in a dry skillet over medium heat. Prepare optional toppings.
  • Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and slice it into thin strips. Squeeze the juice from the remaining lime over the top of the chicken and serve on toasted corn or flour tortillas with the toppings of your choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacos | Calories: 466kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 89mg | Sodium: 571mg | Potassium: 786mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 559IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 161mg | Iron: 2mg