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10) Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken for Tacos

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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts about 3 medium
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 2 limes
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh cilantro chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 8 small tortillas warmed
  • Optional: sliced avocado diced onion, lime wedges, cilantro sprigs

Method
 

  1. Pound breasts to even thickness or slice in half horizontally for faster, even cooking.
  2. Whisk oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Marinate chicken in mixture for 20–30 minutes (up to 4 hours in fridge).
  4. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high and oil grates lightly.
  5. Grill 4–6 minutes per side until internal temp reaches 165°F; rest 5 minutes.
  6. Slice thin and serve in warmed tortillas with avocado, onion, and extra cilantro.