Heart-Healthy Chicken Soft Tacos

Savor the zesty freshness of Heart-Healthy Chicken Soft Tacos—an easy, wholesome meal perfect for lunch or dinner. This recipe features tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts cooked in heart-healthy olive oil and infused with lime juice for a citrusy kick. Served in warm whole wheat tortillas, these tacos are topped with vibrant red bell peppers, crisp red onion, creamy avocado, and a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt, offering the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this dish is low in sodium, yet bursting with bold flavors thanks to a blend of chili powder, paprika, garlic, and cumin. Ready in just 30 minutes, these nutritious tacos are a family-friendly favorite that proves eating healthy can be delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole lime
• 8 pieces whole wheat tortillas
• 1 whole red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 whole red onion, sliced
• 1 whole avocado, diced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup low-fat Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts on a clean cutting board and pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 2

Rub the chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with garlic powder, cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.

Step 6

While the chicken is resting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute on each side or until soft and pliable.

Step 7

Juice the lime over the sliced chicken and toss to coat.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by placing chicken strips into each tortilla, topped with slices of red bell pepper, red onion, diced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Finish with a dollop of low-fat Greek yogurt on top of each taco.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1421.8 grams (1421.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2467

Total Fat 91.80g	118%
Saturated Fat 17.20g	86%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 311mg	103%
Sodium 4124mg	179%
Total Carbohydrate 254.10g	92%
Dietary Fiber 46.00g	164%
Total Sugars 33.90g
Protein 158.40g	317%

Vitamin D 48IU	238%
Calcium 602mg	46%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 3475mg	74%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 41.0%