LEMON CHICKEN TACOS

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Excellent low-fat recipe! From Taste of Homes' Best Light Recipes of the Year 2006. I've added a little adobo seasoning with the cumin - Yummy! * time does not include marinating time.*

Provided by Babs7

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice, divided
1 large onion, sliced
1 green onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
  • In a nonstick skillet, saute the onions and garlic on medium heat in oil until tender.
  • Add the chicken, cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Cook on medium - high heat and stir for 5 minutes or until juices run clear.
  • Remove from heat; stir in the tomatoes, cilantro and remaining lemon juice.
  • Serve with salsa.
  • Also good with shredded cheddar and sour cream (optional) on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 733.4, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 23.1

Malik Amanullah
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These tacos were a big hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Apex Lilab
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon chicken, but this recipe was actually really good. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and refreshing. I would definitely make this again.


Belina Roka
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Meh.


Hassan Illahi
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These tacos were amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I will definitely be making these again soon.


Suicide sqaud30
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I found the recipe to be a bit too bland for my taste. I added some extra spices to the chicken and sauce, and it turned out much better.


Tanisha Cole
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The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Qurban Rajput
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Younes Barkat
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tacos turned out great. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and delicious. I would definitely make these again.


Kelvin Gary
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Not bad!


BD ZAHID
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These tacos are easy to make and packed with flavor. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the lemon-herb sauce was tangy and refreshing. I will definitely be making these again!


Munasar Ibrahim
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Aaruluk
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These tacos were a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the lemon-herb sauce was the perfect complement. We'll definitely be making these again.


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