Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Cilantro

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Cilantro are a vibrant and flavorful Mexican snack, featuring tender chicken wrapped in soft corn tortillas and topped with a fresh cilantro sauce. This dish is perfect for a light meal or a delightful appetizer, bursting with zesty flavors and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Corn tortillas - 4 small
• Fresh cilantro - 1 cup, packed
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Jalapeño - 1 small, seeded and chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Radishes - 4, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken breast with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. In a blender, combine fresh cilantro, lime juice, jalapeño, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth to create the cilantro sauce.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
4. While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
5. To assemble, place a portion of the cooked chicken onto each tortilla, drizzle with cilantro sauce, and top with chopped red onion and sliced radishes.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Cilantro!

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh cilantro and vegetables.

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