Description
Spicy Grilled Chicken Tacos are a flavor-packed delight that will elevate your next meal. Juicy, marinated chicken grilled to perfection is complemented by vibrant toppings and wrapped in soft tortillas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder. Add chicken, ensuring it’s well coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the chicken into thin strips and warm tortillas on the grill.
- Assemble tacos by placing sliced chicken on tortillas and adding toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg