Soft Chicken Tacos

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Soft Chicken Tacos
45 min.
4
341kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a deliciously simple and healthy meal? Look no further than these Soft Chicken Tacos! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any casual gathering, this gluten-free recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can create a satisfying main dish that bursts with flavor and nutrition.

The star of this recipe is tender, marinated chicken thighs, grilled to perfection and seasoned with a delightful blend of chili powder, cumin, and black pepper. The fresh green cabbage adds a delightful crunch, while the reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese provides a creamy finish. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more.

These tacos are not just delicious; they are also packed with protein, making them a great choice for a nutritious meal. With only 341 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. The vibrant presentation, topped off with your favorite condiments like sour cream, makes these tacos not only a feast for your stomach but also for your eyes.

Whether you're planning a weeknight dinner or a fun weekend get-together, these Soft Chicken Tacos are a perfect addition to your recipe collection. Grab some corn tortillas and get ready to savor a dish that's both easy to prepare and utterly satisfying!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 1.5 cups cabbage green thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin 
  • ounce monterrey jack cheese shredded reduced-fat (such as Tillamook)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • pound chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas white ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. Combine first 4 ingredients in a small bowl; rub spice mixture over chicken.
  3. Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 10 minutes on each side or until done.
  4. Let stand 5 minutes; chop.
  5. Heat tortillas according to package directions. Divide chicken evenly among tortillas; top each tortilla with 2 tablespoons cabbage and 1 teaspoon cheese.
  6. Serve with sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories341kcal
Protein33.11%
Fat24.03%
Carbs42.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.63
Glycemic Load
15.52
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
17.995217376429%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:340.96kcal
17.05%
Fat:9.19g
14.14%
Saturated Fat:2.9g
18.15%
Carbohydrates:36.88g
12.29%
Net Carbohydrates:31.04g
11.29%
Sugar:1.61g
1.78%
Cholesterol:114.04mg
38.01%
Sodium:482.63mg
20.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.5g
56.99%
Phosphorus:498.41mg
49.84%
Selenium:31.62µg
45.17%
Vitamin B3:7.64mg
38.22%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.29%
Fiber:5.83g
23.33%
Vitamin K:24.37µg
23.21%
Magnesium:89.4mg
22.35%
Zinc:3.04mg
20.28%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.23%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.38%
Vitamin B5:1.52mg
15.24%
Calcium:142.02mg
14.2%
Potassium:490.87mg
14.02%
Vitamin B12:0.78µg
13.08%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.04%
Iron:2.32mg
12.89%
Vitamin C:9.63mg
11.67%
Copper:0.2mg
10.08%
Folate:21.21µg
5.3%
Vitamin A:261.8IU
5.24%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.55%
Source:My Recipes