Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Naranja

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Naranja is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a zesty orange sauce, offering a delightful twist on traditional tacos. This Halal Mexican snack is perfect for a quick meal or a festive gathering.

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Naranja
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Onion - 1 small, diced
  • Orange juice - 100 ml (freshly squeezed)
  • Orange zest - 1 teaspoon
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Corn tortillas - 4 small
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Red onion - 2 tablespoons, diced (for garnish)
  • Avocado - 1, sliced (for garnish)

Steps

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced onions. Sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour in the orange juice, orange zest, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
  5. Once the chicken is ready, assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and slices of avocado. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamin C from oranges, boosting the immune system.

Tags

MexicanHalalSnack