Tacos de Pollo con Salsa Roja

Tacos de Pollo con Salsa Roja is a flavorful Mexican BBQ dish featuring tender, grilled chicken marinated in spices and served in soft tortillas, topped with a vibrant homemade red salsa. This dish is perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal that embodies the essence of traditional Mexican street food.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, cut into wedges
• Tomatoes - 2 medium, chopped
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Jalapeño - 1, minced
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the salsa by mixing chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl. Set aside.
3. Preheat a grill or grilling pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 75°C.
4. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
5. Warm the corn tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
6. To assemble the tacos, place a few strips of grilled chicken on each tortilla, top with the fresh salsa, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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