Tacos de Pollo al Cilantro

Tacos de Pollo al Cilantro is a vibrant and healthy Mexican dish featuring tender chicken marinated in a fresh cilantro sauce, served in soft corn tortillas. This satisfying meal is not only bursting with flavor but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for a wholesome lunch.

Tacos de Pollo al Cilantro
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams
  • Fresh cilantro - 30 grams
  • Lime juice - 30 ml
  • Olive oil - 15 ml
  • Garlic - 2 cloves
  • Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Corn tortillas - 4 small
  • Red onion - 50 grams
  • Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams
  • Avocado - 1 medium

Steps

  1. In a blender, combine cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and marinate in the cilantro mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  3. While the chicken marinates, chop the red onion and cherry tomatoes, and slice the avocado.
  4. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, and add the marinated chicken pieces. Cook for about 8-10 minutes or until fully cooked, stirring occasionally.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until pliable.
  6. To assemble the tacos, place a portion of cooked chicken on each tortilla, and top with chopped red onion, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
  7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in lean protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
  • High in fiber and healthy fats from avocado, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MexicanHealthyLunch