“Skinny” Chicken Tacos

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 14
Skinny Chicken Tacos that are tasty and healthy
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts , cut into thin strips
3 limes , juiced , divided
2 teaspoons ground cumin , divided
2 teaspoons garlic powder , divided
2 teaspoons ground chipotle pepper , divided
2 red bell peppers , cut into thin strips
1 red onion , thinly sliced
2 jalapeno peppers - stemmed , seeded , and thinly sliced
4 multi-grain tortillas , or more to taste
1 bunch cilantro , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
282
Sugar
3g
Fat
5g
These Skinny Chicken Tacos are a healthy twist on traditional Mexican tacos. They're loaded with lean chicken, peppers, onions, and jalapenos, and are topped with chopped cilantro for extra flavor. The flavors of cumin and chipotle pepper give them a smoky taste.

Instructions

1.In a small mixing bowl, whisk together half of the lime juice, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon of chipotle pepper.
2.Place a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle with oil, and cook the chicken for about 5 minutes or until it's no longer pink.
3.In the same skillet, add the sliced red peppers, onions, and jalapenos. Cook for about 3-4 minutes or until soft and slightly charred.
4.Add the remaining lime juice, cumin, and chipotle pepper. Mix well.
5.Warm the tortillas.
6.Fill the tortillas with the chicken, pepper, and onion mixture. Top with chopped cilantro.

PROS

These Skinny Chicken Tacos are a healthier option for taco lovers.
Made with lean chicken and vegetables, they’re low in calories, high in protein, and provide a lot of vitamins and minerals.

They’re easy to prepare and taste great.

CONS

The flavor of these tacos might not satisfy those who prefer more traditional, high-calorie tacos.

Some people might find the spice level of the jalapenos and chipotle pepper too hot.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Skinny Chicken Tacos are loaded with health benefits. Chicken is a great source of protein, which helps to build and repair muscle tissue.
The peppers, onions, and cilantro provide a variety of vitamins and minerals. Peppers are high in Vitamin C, onions are high in Vitamin B6 and folate, while cilantro is high in Vitamin K and A.
The combination of these veggies make this dish a great antioxidant-rich meal.

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