Description
Halal Chicken Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for celebrations like Father’s Day or the 4th of July. These tacos feature tender, marinated chicken, fresh toppings, and zesty lime, creating a mouthwatering experience that brings friends and family together. Easy to make and fully customizable, they promise to be the highlight of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- 3. Shred the Chicken: Allow cooked chicken to rest for 5 minutes before shredding with two forks.
- 4. Prepare Your Toppings: Chop fresh salsa, avocado slices, and cilantro while waiting for the chicken to cool.
- 5. Assemble Your Tacos: Warm tortillas and layer shredded chicken with salsa and avocado. Top with cilantro.
- 6. Serve: Enjoy tacos with extra lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by adding your favorite toppings like jalapeños or cheese. Leftover tacos can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.