Chicken and Roasted Broccoli Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

These Chicken and Roasted Broccoli Tacos are a delicious and healthy option for taco night. Featuring tender chicken and perfectly roasted broccoli, this recipe is a great way to incorporate vegetables into your meal.

The preparation is simple and quick, making it ideal for busy weeknights. You can customize the toppings to your liking, adding ingredients such as avocado, salsa, or cheese.

Quick and Healthy Chicken Tacos

This recipe combines seasoned chicken with roasted broccoli, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people, making it a perfect choice for a family dinner.

Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
8 small corn or flour tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Salsa or hot sauce for serving (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, toss the diced chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Roast the Broccoli: On a baking sheet, spread the broccoli florets and drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes until tender and slightly crispy.
Cook the Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the seasoned chicken for about 6-8 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink.
Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until warm and pliable.
Assemble the Tacos: Fill each tortilla with a portion of chicken, roasted broccoli, and desired toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and salsa.
Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.