How to Make "Skinny" Chicken Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to this delicious and healthy recipe for "Skinny" Chicken Tacos! These tacos are a perfect choice for anyone looking to enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal without all the extra calories. By using lean chicken breast and loading up on fresh, nutrient-rich toppings, these tacos are a guilt-free option that is sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation.

Whether you are trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle or simply looking for a lighter alternative to traditional tacos,...

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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

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Combine chicken, juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper in a bowl; allow to marinate for 10 minutes.
  • Saute red bell peppers, onion, jalapeno peppers, juice of 1 lime, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until vegetables are tender yet crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken mixture to a separate non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; saute until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Layer tortillas between paper towels on a microwave-safe plate; heat in microwave until warmed, 10 to 20 seconds.
  • Spoon vegetables and chicken onto tortillas; top with cilantro and lime juice.
  • Nutrition

    272 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 65mg
    • Sodium: 294mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 94mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 623mg