Cilantro Avocado Chicken Tacos Recipe

These Cilantro Avocado Chicken Tacos are a fresh and flavorful option for any meal. Packed with tender chicken, creamy avocado, and vibrant cilantro, this Tacos Recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as salsa, cheese, or lime juice to enhance the flavors.

Delicious Cilantro Avocado Chicken Tacos

Cilantro Avocado Chicken Tacos with chicken, avocado, and cilantro on warm tortillas, garnished with lime.

This recipe features seasoned chicken cooked to perfection, combined with creamy avocado and fresh cilantro, all wrapped in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Optional toppings: salsa, shredded cheese, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  3. Warm the Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  4. Assemble the Tacos: Place sliced chicken on each tortilla, top with diced avocado and chopped cilantro.
  5. Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and add any optional toppings as desired. Serve immediately.

Cook and Prep Times

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

Nutrition Information

  • Servings: 4 tacos
  • Calories: 320kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
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