Grilled Lime-Chili Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

Zesty grilled chicken marinated in lime and chili, served in warm tortillas with a smooth avocado crema and fresh cilantro for vibrant street-style tacos. This Mexican-inspired taco and burrito recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, lime juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed lime juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro leaves
• 2 tbsp water
• for serving lime wedges
• 1/4 cup, chopped for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through and charred edges appear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
3. Step 3: For avocado crema, blend 1 medium ripe avocado, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 2 tbsp water in a blender until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on the grill or skillet for 30 seconds each side.
5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by layering sliced grilled chicken on tortillas, drizzling with avocado crema, and garnishing with extra 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.