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SkinnyMS

Grilled Chicken and Avocado Tacos with Cilantro Crema

Flavorful and scrumptious, these tacos will be a hit at the dinner table.
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, Gluten-Free
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 528kcal
Author: SkinnyMs.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 limes juiced, divided
  • 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts 2 pieces
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh, finely chopped, plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1 tomato ripe, diced
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • your favorite salsa optional

Instructions

  • Combine the olive oil, chili powder and half the lime juice in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and pour over the chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to high heat. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 10 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, allow to rest for 5 minutes, and thinly slice.

Stovetop method: 

  • Alternatively, you can pan sear the chicken if you’d rather cook in the kitchen. Simply marinate the chicken in the first step. When you’re ready to cook, heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add a tablespoon of oil to the pan and sear the chicken on both sides until it is browned on both sides and cooked through. Allow to rest, and slice.
  • In a small bowl combine the sour cream, cilantro, ground cumin, and the rest of the lime juice. Stir until creamy and smooth.
  • When ready to serve, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and heat the tortillas one at a time, about 10 seconds per side.
  • Serve the tacos with the chicken, avocado, tomatoes, and crema. Top with your favorite salsa if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacos | Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 114mg | Sodium: 146mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 1g |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 15
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 15