Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos are perfect for Cinco de Mayo, Taco Tuesday or anytime, and this recipe for chicken tacos is easy, too! Topped with Black Bean Salsa, this is one taco your family will ask for again and again.
(Next time, try this BBQ Chicken Tacos or our Chicken Taco Casserole).
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You'll love the bold delicious flavors you can get from searing your chicken to lock in the flavor. I use an indoor grill when the weather is bad, but you can use a charcoal or gas grill also.
This is a fun kid-friendly recipe idea to make together as a family. Kids usually enjoy making their own meals and these lime chicken tacos are sure to please.
Introducing your kids to lime will also help inspire a love of a healthy option that can be added to nearly any meal. The sweet lime taste combined with the grilled chicken flavor will surely make your taste buds happy.
We love tacos so much, and these Steak Tacos with guac are super tasty, too.
🧂 Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- Limes, honey, salt, and pepper
- Fresh Cilantro - or if you prefer fresh parsley
- Avocado
- Lime Wedges and Lime juice
- Tortilla shells (soft)
From the pantry: chili powder paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, and ground coriander.
🔪Instructions
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- In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken breasts, lime juice and seasonings. Seal carefully and shake to combine the flavors.
- Let marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator (you can marinate overnight for maximum flavor).
- Cook the corn until the kernels brown.
- Place the chicken breasts on the grill and discard the remaining marinade. Cook for 2-3 minutes, rotating the breast for sear marks. Flip and repeat.
- Let the chicken cook for a couple more minutes until juices run clear. Remove from the grill and let rest before slicing.
- While the chicken is resting, place the tortillas on the grill for a minute or so on each side. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.
For these tacos, I made an easy grilled corn and black bean salsa.
Tips
I think the easiest way to take corn off the cob is to put a cereal bowl upside down inside of a larger mixing bowl. Place the corn upright on the smaller bowl and cut vertically using a sharp knife.
Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salsa
The kernels will fall into the larger bowl and you won't have a giant mess! Remove the cereal bowl and add the olive oil, red onion, black beans, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss together to combine.
💭 Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some questions (and answers!) readers often ask about this recipe.
Eating chicken is really great for your health. The great thing about chicken is that many kids enjoy this poultry option because there are so many ways you can cook it up beside the lime chicken tacos shared today. Chicken is high in protein which can help build your muscles.
The B Vitamins found in chicken have been proven to help fight cataracts, eliminate weakness and regulate digestion. In addition, chicken has Vitamin D which helps your eyesight as well as helping to eliminate anemia.
Eating a diet high in protein helps with weight loss, which is why eating chicken is truly a beneficial option for your lifestyle.
Fill each soft tortilla with the grilled chicken and top with the avocado, red onion, corn, and black bean mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges and serve immediately.
Equipment
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📖 Variations
We recommend that you try our chili lime chicken tacos for the first time just as it is written for the best results because that is how the recipe has been tested.
However, the next time you make it, you might consider one of these different ways of making this great recipe.
- Instead of the black bean salsa, try a homemade salsa like Pineapple Mango Salsa or Sweet Corn, Tomato and Avocado Salsa.
- Use leftover shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken instead of grilled chicken.
- Add your favorite toppings like avocado crema, cotija cheese, sliced red onions, diced bell peppers, etc.
🍴 Serving Suggestions
- Triple Berry Margarita or non-alcoholic Watermelon Agua Fresca are both delicious beverages for taco night!
- Cilantro Lime Rice makes a great side dish if you're feeding a big crowd.
- Serve with a side of Simple Homemade Guacamole and tortilla chips.
If you're looking to take your taco bar up a notch, check out these delicious Taco Bar Side Dishes that will complement your meal perfectly. From guacamole to refried beans and more, we've got you covered. No one will be able to resist these tasty sides!
😋 Similar Recipes
Here are some more great recipes every taco-lover needs!
- BBQ Chicken Tacos - simple slow cooker recipe.
- Baja Tacos - battered and fried white fish with a tasty slaw.
- Steak Tacos - grilled steak and fresh guac make these tacos special
📋 Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
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Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
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Ingredients
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice divided
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 ears corn on the cob
For the filling
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoon red onion diced
- 2 ears of corn shucked
- ½ cup black beans rinsed
- 1 tablespoon red pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon orange pepper diced
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon jalapeno minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Soft taco flour tortillas
For Serving
- 1 avocado cut into chunks
- 1 plum tomato chopped
- Fresh cilantro minced
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large resealable bag, combine the chicken breasts, lime juice and seasonings. Seal carefully and shake to combine the flavors. Let marinate at least 1 hour in the refrigerator (you can marinate overnight for maximum flavor).4 large boneless, ¼ cup fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon honey, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon ground coriander, Salt and black pepper to taste, 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 clove garlic
- Place the corn on the cob on the preheated grill, rotating every couple of minutes. Remove from the grill and place into a resealable bag or container while you cook the chicken.4 ears corn on the cob
- Place the chicken breasts on the grill and discard the remaining marinade. Cook for 2-3 minutes, rotating the breast for sear marks. Flip and repeat.
- Reduce the heat and close the lid. Let the chicken cook for a couple more minutes until juices run clear. Remove from the grill and let rest before slicing.
- While the chicken is resting, set the tortillas on the grill for a minute or so on each side. Wrap in a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.
- In a medium bowl, combine the corn and black bean salsa ingredients. Toss to combine.1 tablespoon lime juice, 2 tablespoon red onion, 2 ears of corn, ½ cup black beans, 1 tablespoon red pepper, 1 tablespoon orange pepper, 1 teaspoon jalapeno, Salt and black pepper to taste, Soft taco flour tortillas, 1 avocado, 1 plum tomato
- Fill each soft tortilla with the grilled chicken and top with the avocado, red onion, corn and black bean mixture. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges and serve immediately.Fresh cilantro, Lime wedges
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Kelley says
I love chicken tacos!!!
KC Coake says
These look so delish! I love that you can make them any day no matter the weather with the indoor grill.
Heather Luckhurst says
This grill looks so handy!! Love your recipe - so yummy!
Erlene says
I love all the healthy ingredients you used in this chicken taco recipe. Pinned and will be including this in a taco roundup.
Kelsey says
omigosh - these tacos, y'all! They are SO good!! I made them with the corn and bean salsa and we didn't have a single bite leftover. Thanks for the amazing recipe!