How to Make Lime Chicken Soft Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to quick and easy weeknight meals, nothing beats the convenience and flavor of soft tacos. And if you're looking to switch up your taco game, we've got just the recipe for you - Lime Chicken Soft Tacos. These zesty, tangy tacos are a refreshing departure from the usual beef or pork, and they make for a perfect light and fresh dinner option.

What sets these Lime Chicken Soft Tacos apart is the vibrant and citrusy marinade that infuses the chicken with heaps of flavor. The...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cubed
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ⅛ cup red wine vinegar
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 10 (6 inch) flour tortillas
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • ¼ cup shredded lettuce
  • ¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • ¼ cup salsa

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Sauté chicken in a medium saucepan over medium high heat until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Add green onions, vinegar, lime juice, garlic, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Heat an iron skillet over medium heat. Place a tortilla in the pan, warm, and turn over to heat the other side. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Serve lime chicken mixture in warm tortillas topped with tomato, lettuce, cheese and salsa.
  • Nutrition

    204 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 434mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 78mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 200mg