Tacos de Pollo con Salsa Verde
Tacos de Pollo con Salsa Verde is a delicious Keto-friendly dish featuring tender, grilled chicken thighs topped with a zesty green sauce. This authentic Mexican BBQ recipe is perfect for those looking for a low-carb twist on a classic favorite.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
450 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs - 300 grams
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup, chopped
- Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
- Lime - 1, juiced
- Radishes - 4, thinly sliced
- Salsa verde - 100 grams
Steps
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken thighs for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into strips.
- Warm the salsa verde in a small saucepan over low heat for about 3-5 minutes.
- To assemble the tacos, place sliced chicken on a plate, drizzle with warm salsa verde, and garnish with chopped cilantro, avocado slices, and radish slices.
- Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 9 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
- Total Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, which helps to build and repair tissues.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a Keto diet.
Tags
MexicanKetoBBQ