Description
Ingredients
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For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 to 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts (see FAQ for substitutions)
- 1/4 cup lime juice, divided
- 2 tbsp canola or vegetable oil
- 1 tsp minced jalapeno
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp coriander
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
For the Filling
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup frozen corn
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of ground black pepper
- Soft taco flour tortillas
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Avocado, cut into chunks
- Avocado dressing
- Lime wedges
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- In a large Ziplock bag, combine half the lime juice with all the marinade ingredients except the chicken. Seal and shake to mix.
- Add the chicken breasts, seal again, and toss to coat evenly.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. If you’re short on time, marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
2. Cook the Chicken
Stovetop Method:
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add a little oil, then the marinated chicken. Cook for 5 minutes until browned.
- Flip, reduce heat to medium, and cook for another 5-8 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Transfer to a cutting board, cover with foil, and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and drizzle with remaining lime juice and zest.
Grill Method:
- Preheat and grease your grill to medium (about 400°F/204°C).
- Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until it reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Rest, slice, and garnish as above.
3. Prepare the Filling
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
- Sauté red onion until translucent.
- Add frozen corn and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in black beans, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3 more minutes. Keep warm.
4. Assemble the Tacos
- Warm the flour tortillas.
- Fill each tortilla with sliced chili lime chicken and the corn-black bean mixture.
- Top with cilantro, avocado, avocado dressing, and a squeeze of lime.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Tacos
- Method: Stovetop or Grill
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1serving
- Calories: 460kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1.149mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 63g
- Cholesterol: 181mg
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