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These tacos are the BOMB! This is the recipe that I raved about in Friday’s mango avocado salsa post. If you like chicken and tacos, then you will love this recipe. These tacos were rated a 10+ in my house. Everyone had 2 tacos and some people, (I’m not mentioning names) wanted a third. The chicken is so moist and flavorful, and top it with the mango avocado salsa, well, you have yourself a winner.
I got this recipe from a blog that I have been following for some time called, For the Love of Cooking. Pam has been blogging for years, and she has so many recipes that you could literally make a new recipe every day for a year and then some. Every recipe that I have made from her blog is a winner. I love that Pam gives her kid’s honest opinion on each dish, as it helps me to know if the dish is going to be something my kids will eat.
This recipe is super easy to make, and pretty much a make-ahead meal, perfect for entertaining. You can marinate the chicken in the morning and then just grill it up that evening (don’t marinate it for more than 6 hours though). The mango salsa literally takes 5 minutes to whip up.
cilantro lime chicken tacos:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of any fat
- juice and zest of 3 limes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 small red onion or 1/2 of a large red onion, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
- package of whole grain corn tortillas
- cotija cheese or queso fresco
Note: I wouldn’t recommend marinating the chicken breasts for more than 6 hours, as they will get a bit rubbery. If you want to make this a true make ahead meal and marinate it for more than 6 hours, then you can pick up some boneless chicken thighs. They will take in the marinade beautifully and can handle marinating overnight or for more than 6 hours.
Let the meat rest for at least 5 minutes, and then slice the chicken breasts into thin slices. These tacos are not complete without the mango avocado salsa, seriously, it adds so much flavor.
Top each tortilla with the sliced chicken, mango avocado salsa, cotija cheese or queso fresco and some fresh cilantro. My kids and hubby honestly loved this dish. The chicken was super flavorful, and topped with the mango salsa, it was a real treat.
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Pam August 6, 2012 at 7:45 pm
I think your tacos look fabulous! Thanks for the kind words and the link. I am so glad the tacos were a big hit in your home.
Jacquelyn Grandy August 7, 2012 at 2:05 pm
Hi Pam! We loved them, thanks for the great recipe.
Zoe August 7, 2012 at 1:20 am
I think the photo of the ingredients that you used is “screaming” at me the deliciousness of these tacos. I can imagine these tacos must be full of flavours especially the zest and tang from the limes
Jacquelyn Grandy August 7, 2012 at 2:05 pm
Thanks Zoe. The chicken in these tacos is so juicy and full of such flavor. I’m actually making them again tomorrow due to the demand!
Kristina LaRue August 7, 2012 at 2:55 am
mmm. that marinade is making my mouth water.. ps i was loving the first photo!
Jacquelyn Grandy August 7, 2012 at 2:04 pm
Thanks Kristina. You always have the nicest things to say.
kristina August 7, 2012 at 4:50 pm
Mmmm, this looks so scrumptious! I’m definitely going to have to make this next week for dinner!!
xoxo
Jacquelyn Grandy August 8, 2012 at 4:10 am
Thanks Kristina. Let me know how it turns out for you.
As A Verb August 12, 2012 at 3:37 pm
These looks fantastic!! So simple but so full of flavor! I’m thinking lunch tomorrow
Megan February 22, 2013 at 7:37 pm
I made the Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos for my family this week. My SUPER PICKY 8 year old son asked me to make this chicken every night of every week! I loved them, too. Mangoes don’t usually make it to my list of favorite fruits, but when combined with the other ingredients in the salsa recipe, they were to die for!
jackiegrandy February 22, 2013 at 7:49 pm
Hey Megan! I am so glad that the tacos were a success and I’m also glad that Oliver loved them. Now, I know what I can make up the next time he comes to a sleepover. I purchased a mango recently and it didn’t wow me over like it does in the summer. Was your mango ripe? You should definitely make these again in the later spring and summer when Mangos are at their peak. It will taste even better. Thanks for letting me know how they turned out for you! xoxo, Jackie
Carolyn March 6, 2013 at 9:23 pm
Made this last night and received “thumbs up” from the family-yay!
jackiegrandy March 7, 2013 at 12:28 am
Yippee! You know I love hearing that!
Lisa @ Garnish with Lemon March 19, 2013 at 11:34 am
You had me at cilantro! Absolutely love the flavors in these! Can’t wait to try them! SO jealous of your warmer weather. It is FREEZING here.
Amanda May 10, 2013 at 5:32 pm
These were amazing! Thanks for the recipe! This is my third recipe I have tried from your blog and they are all amazing. I now have my mom and two sisters reading your blog as well
Thanks!!
Amanda
jackiegrandy May 11, 2013 at 5:25 am
Hi Amanda! So glad you made and loved the tacos and that it’s your third successful recipe from the blog ! How I love to hear comments like yours
Thanks so much for letting me know and for passing on my blog to your mom and sisters! Have a wonderful weekend! xoxo, Jackie