Cilantro & Lime Marinated Chicken Tacos

By á-40713

Cilantro and lime add a refreshing touch to these cumin-spiced chicken tacos. Hearty enough for a main dish, but plenty of fun for a party appetizer.

Ingredients

• Juice and zest from 3 fresh limes
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with fat removed
• 1 package of tortillas (corn or wheat)
• Cotija cheese or queso fresco

Preparation

Step 1

Thoroughly combine juice, zest, garlic, cumin, onion powder, red pepper flakes, cilantro, salt and pepper.

Add chicken breasts and coat evenly.

Marinate in refrigerator 2 hours.

Grill chicken breasts and slice or chop.

Serve chicken in grilled or heated tortillas. Garnish with cheese.