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Chicken Taco with Cilantro Lime Rice


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious and easy chicken taco recipe topped with fresh ingredients and served with cilantro lime rice.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable or corn or olive oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 recipe homemade chicken taco seasoning
  • 3 to 4 cups Cilantro lime rice (refer notes)
  • 1 and 1/2 avocados, sliced
  • 3/4 cup salsa or pico de gallo (refer notes)
  • 1/2 cup grated cheddar or Mexican cheese blend, optional
  • 1/2 cup cooked black beans
  • 1/2 cup cooked corn, optional
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, optional

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. When hot, add chicken and taco seasoning. Saute (breaking lumps) for 4-5 minutes until chicken is cooked and browned.
  3. Transfer and let cool.
  4. Divide the rice, chicken, salsa or pico de gallo, cheese, beans, corn, avocado, and cilantro just before eating.

Notes

  • For the Cilantro lime rice, refer to your favorite recipe or use pre-made rice with cilantro and lime.
  • For salsa or pico de gallo, fresh options are recommended for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg