Make these tasty and flavorful cilantro chicken tacos for lunch or dinner! Cilantro is known to prevent cardiovascular damage, helps improve sleep quality, and is a strong antioxidant. Chicken is a great source of lean protein, is loaded with amino acids, and is rich in Vitamins B3 and B6. Limes boost the immune system, increase iron absorption throughout the body, and assist the nervous system. Avocados are known to reduce inflammation throughout the body, help to prevent blood sugar imbalance, and are an excellent source of potassium. Pair with your favorite salsa and enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 ½ lb chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
8 to 10 paleo-friendly tortillas
1 avocado
3 garlic cloves (minced)
¼ cup plain yogurt (for Miss Alexa-approved yogurt, please click here: https://www.missalexanutrition.com/fermented-foods)
3 tbsp olive oil
¼ to ½ cup water (depending on consistency)
3 tbsp lime juice
Juice of 2 limes & zest of 1 lime
½ tsp honey
Pinch of sea salt & pepper
2 tbsp chopped cilantro
¼ cup cilantro leaves
Salsa and shredded cheese as optional toppings (for Miss Alexa-approved cheese, please click here: https://www.missalexanutrition.com/fermented-foods)

Instructions:

1) Rinse chicken, pat dry with a paper towel, and place into a bowl.

2) Make the marinade by whisking together juice of 2 limes, zest of 1 lime, 1 tbsp of olive oil, 2 minced cloves of garlic, ½ tsp of honey, and 2 tbsp of chopped cilantro. Pour over the top of the chicken until it’s completely coated. Marinate and cover chicken for 5 hours to overnight.

3) Make the avocado cream by combining 1 avocado, 1 minced garlic clove, ¼ cup of cilantro leaves, ¼ cup of plain yogurt, 3 tbsp of lime juice, 2 tbsp of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt/pepper to taste, and water until it’s smooth and you have your desired consistency.

4) When cooking the chicken, heat grill pan on medium-high heat and add marinated chicken breasts. Put a dash of sea salt on the chicken and cook each side for around 4-5 minutes.

5) Once cooked all the way through, place chicken on a cutting board and set aside for 5 minutes to cool before cutting. After five minutes, slice or shred the chicken.

6) Assemble the tacos by placing chicken in tortillas, top with some avocado cream, and enjoy with your favorite salsa or shredded cheese.