These Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos embody the essence of fresh, simple cooking for your Taco Tuesday with tender, spice-rubbed chicken that gets a bright citrus finish from fresh lime and fragrant cilantro. The combination of warm, seasoned protein and cool, crisp toppings creates a satisfying contrast that never gets boring. They’re perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or casual entertaining when you want maximum flavor with minimal fuss.
Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos
Recipe by Daily Disher
Chicken Cilantro Lime Tacos feature perfectly seasoned chicken breasts tossed in fresh lime juice and cilantro, topped with crisp vegetables for a light, flavorful taco night favorite.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: Mexican
/Difficulty: Easy
Servings
4
Prep time
15 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
Calories
450 kcal
35 minutes
Ingredients
1 pound chicken breast
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 pieces soft tortillas
1 cup shredded lettuce
½ cup diced tomatoes
½ cup diced onions
Directions
1.
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Allow the oil to heat up for a minute.
2.
Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, and paprika. Make sure the seasoning covers the entire surface of the chicken.
3.
Place the chicken breasts in the pan and cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
4.
Once cooked, remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for about 5 minutes; then slice into thin strips.
5.
In a bowl, mix lime juice and chopped cilantro. Pour mixture over the sliced chicken and toss to coat.
6.
Warm the soft tortillas in a separate pan over low heat for about a minute on each side.
7.
Assemble the tacos by adding chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions onto each tortilla, distributing evenly.
8.
Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for additional flavor if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
450kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg