**Dive into a tastebud fiesta with our tantalizing Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos, bursting with zesty flavors and a vibrant Mango and Black Bean Salsa. This culinary adventure starts with juicy chicken marinated in a symphony of zesty lime, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of heat from chili powder. Perfectly grilled or pan-seared, the chicken forms the succulent centerpiece of these tacos.**
**Accompanying the chicken is a refreshing Mango and Black Bean Salsa, a vibrant blend of sweet mango chunks, hearty black beans, crisp red onions, and a hint of jalapeno heat, all tied together with a tangy lime vinaigrette. The salsa adds a delightful dimension of flavor and texture to each bite.**
**To complete this taco extravaganza, we've included recipes for homemade corn tortillas, a creamy Avocado Ranch dressing, and a simple cabbage slaw, adding layers of flavor and crunch. These tacos are a versatile canvas, ready to be adorned with your favorite toppings, whether it's crumbled Cotija cheese, diced tomatoes, or a dollop of sour cream. With every bite, you'll embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine.**
CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN TACOS
A cilantro lime vinaigrette has two jobs in a weeknight taco recipe. First, it?s the marinade for the pan seared chicken filling. Then it turns sour cream into a special topping.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper in a large bowl. Then toss with 1/2 cup of the Mexican Style Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette. Marinate for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, stir together the sour cream with the remaining 2 tablespoons vinaigrette.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with the marinade and cook until slightly browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and chop. Season with salt.
- Warm the tortillas as the label directs. Using 2 stacked tortillas per taco, fill with the chicken, top with the cilantro-lime sour cream and the toppings of your choice.
CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN TACOS WITH A MANGO AND BLACK BEAN SALSA
A lovely summery chicken taco with a refreshing salsa, courtesy of "for the love of cooking" site.
Provided by MarraMamba
Categories Poultry
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Place first 8 ingredients in a large zip lock back and combine thoroughly. Add the chicken breasts and mix until the breasts are evenly coated. Place in the refrigerator to marinate for 2-4 hours.
- Peel and chop the mango. Rinse and drain the black beans. Chop the green onions, jalapeno and cilantro. In a small bowl, combine the lime juice and cumin until well mixed. Place the mango, black beans, green onions, cilantro, and jalapeno in a large bowl. Pour the lime/cumin mixture over and mix gently. Taste - add more lime juice if needed.
- Grill chicken breasts until thoroughly cooked. Let the meat rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing into thin slices. Place the corn tortillas in a panini grill for 30 seconds (or cook them in a dry skillet on each side for 45-60 seconds). Layer the warmed tortilla with sour cream, sliced chicken, cotija cheese, mango and black bean salsa. Serve with a side of guacamole and salsa. Enjoy.
MANGO-LIME SHREDDED CHICKEN TACOS
I put a little spin on a family favorite. While this chicken filling is simmering I fry my corn tortillas until they are nice and crispy! If you like sweet and spicy together, this is a great dinner idea! Fill shells with chicken, lettuce, tomato, fresh cilantro, and your choice of hot sauce. Enjoy!
Provided by stephy.newhouse
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place chicken into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 30 minutes. Transfer chicken to a work surface to cool; shred.
- Heat canola oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno pepper, and garlic until slightly softened and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Add shredded chicken, chicken stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce, mango, lime juice, lime zest, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, sea salt, black pepper, sugar, and cinnamon; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken filling is reduced, at least 45 minutes.
- Fill corn tortillas with chicken filling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 718.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
MANGO BLACK BEAN SALSA
This colorful salsa takes just minutes to prepare-and that's likely how long it will last at your next event, too! Chopped mango adds bursts of sweetness to this satisfying chip dip. -Judy Heiser, Uvalde, Texas.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings (1/4 cup each)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients except chips. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHIPOTLE TILAPIA TACOS WITH MANGO-CILANTRO SALSA
Chipotle Fish Tacos are made with a mango-cilantro salsa, and chipotle aioli sauce is served with garlic spiked black beans and Spanish rice. I have run this special in the last restaurant I worked at as a daily special. It always sold out! I hope that you will try this recipe, it is a hit if you enjoy fish tacos!
Provided by Chef Shelley Pogue
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Stir together the chipotle chile powder, garlic powder, salt, and cracked black pepper in a shallow bowl. Brush the tilapia fillets with the canola oil, and press into the spice mixture to coat, and set aside. Make the salsa by stirring together the mango, jalapeno, red onion, 1 clove garlic, cilantro, and lime juice in a separate bowl, and set aside. Make the aioli by stirring together the chipotle puree, 1 clove garlic, and mayonnaise in a small bowl, and set aside.
- Bring the black beans and 2 cloves of garlic to a simmer in a saucepan with a pinch of salt. Cover, and cook over low heat for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook the tilapia until opaque in the center, and crispy on both sides, about 7 minutes. Heat the tortillas in a skillet over medium heat, and keep warm.
- To serve, place the tortillas on a plate, spoon on some Spanish rice and black beans. Top with some of the coleslaw mix, hot tilapia, and a spoonful of the mango-cilantro salsa. Top with a dollop of chipotle aioli to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.8 calories, Carbohydrate 94.7 g, Cholesterol 52.1 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 2500.9 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or shrimp instead of cooking it from scratch.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken or shrimp in a skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of chili powder, cumin, and salt to your taste.
- If you don't have any cilantro on hand, you can substitute parsley or basil.
- Serve the tacos with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
Conclusion:
These cilantro lime chicken tacos with a mango and black bean salsa are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. The tacos are packed with flavor, and the salsa is a refreshing and healthy addition. This recipe is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!
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