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.

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
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add diced onions. Sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- 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.
- While the chicken is cooking, warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
- Once the chicken is ready, assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
- 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