Honey Lime Grilled Chicken Tacos
Honey Lime Grilled Chicken Tacos are a vibrant summer delight, featuring juicy grilled chicken marinated in a zesty honey-lime concoction. Nestled in warm tortillas and topped with fresh avocado, tomatoes, and cilantro, these tacos create a flavor-packed experience perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a cozy dinner at home, these tacos will impress your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 680g)
- Juice and zest of 2 fresh limes
- 2 tbsp honey (30g)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix lime juice, honey, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 3. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F).
- 4. Let the chicken rest for five minutes before slicing into strips.
- 5. Warm tortillas briefly on the grill. Assemble tacos with sliced chicken and desired toppings.
- 6. Serve with extra lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, briefly grill your tortillas before assembly. Customize toppings with corn salsa or sour cream for variety. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu as preferred.