Soft Chicken Tacos

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

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If you’re on the hunt for a delicious yet healthy meal that the whole family will love, look no further than these Soft Chicken Tacos. With a tantalizing mixture of spices that promise to elevate the flavors of tender, grilled chicken thighs, this dish is a perfect fusion of taste and nutrition. Packed with fresh green cabbage and topped with a sprinkle of reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese, these tacos are not only gluten-free but also a feast for the senses.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a satisfyingly flavorful dish that serves four, making it ideal for lunch or dinner gatherings. The balance of protein, fats, and carbs ensures that you’ll feel content and energized without overwhelming your dietary goals. Picture sinking your teeth into a warm, soft corn tortilla bursting with juicy chicken, crunchy cabbage, and melty cheese, all drizzled with some sour cream for that extra touch of indulgence.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, these Soft Chicken Tacos require minimal equipment and deliver maximum satisfaction. Fire up that grill, and get ready to impress your taste buds with a meal that is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the delightful exploration of colors and flavors that each bite brings!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 1.5 cups cabbage green thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground 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
-5
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