Description
Flavorful marinated chicken perfect for tacos, juicy and paired with fresh toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortillas for serving
- Toppings such as avocado, salsa, and cilantro
Instructions
- Combine lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, making sure they are well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 60 minutes, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice and serve in tortillas with desired toppings.
Notes
Marinating the chicken overnight yields the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg