Description
Golden-brown shredded chicken in warm tortillas, topped with zesty avocado-lime dressing, fresh salsa, and cheese. A satisfying blend of crunch and soft textures with bold Mexican flavors.
Ingredients
2 lbs cooked chicken breast (poached or baked)
2 tbsp coconut oil (or avocado oil for healthy fat)
12 corn tortillas (use flour for gluten-free option)
2 limes (juice and zest)
1 cup fresh cilantro (chopped; substitute parsley if needed)
1 avocado (mashed)
1 garlic clove (minced)
Salt (to taste)
Shredded cheese (optional topping)
Fresh salsa (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook chicken breasts in broth or water until tender (20 minutes)
Shred chicken into bite-sized pieces with two forks
Heat coconut oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat
Sear shredded chicken until golden-brown and crispy (5 minutes per side)
Warm tortillas on a dry skillet or microwave (10-15 seconds)
Squeeze juice from one lime into a bowl
Add mashed avocado, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, and salt
Whisk mixture until smooth and creamy
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed
Assemble tacos by filling warm tortillas with crispy chicken
Top with salsa, avocado-lime dressing, and cheese
Notes
Marinate chicken in lime juice and chili powder for 30 minutes for extra flavor
Use high heat for best crispiness
Replace corn tortillas with flour tortillas for gluten-free version
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Baking
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg