Lime-Cilantro Chicken Tacos with Rainbow Salsa

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Juicy chicken marinated in lime and cilantro, served with a vibrant mix of diced vegetables for a meal kids can assemble themselves. This Mexican-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken breast, lime, cilantro for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz cubed chicken breast, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/2 tsp lime zest, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix until evenly coated and let marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the salsa by gently tossing 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper, 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, and 1 diced avocado in a separate bowl until combined.
  3. Step 3: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly toasted.
  5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by placing cooked chicken on each tortilla, topping with the rainbow salsa, and serving immediately with lime wedges.

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