Spicy Avocado Chicken Tacos
Crispy grilled chicken breast topped with creamy avocado, tangy lime crema, and fresh cilantro, served in warm corn tortillas. This Mexican-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, corn tortillas, avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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
- 200g chicken breast
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 1 tbsp, chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp cumin
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Season 200g chicken breast with 1 tsp cumin and 1 tbsp olive oil. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side until charred and fully cooked.
- Step 2: While the chicken rests, slice 1 medium avocado into 1/4-inch slices. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp chopped cilantro for the crema.
- Step 3: Warm 6 corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds. Assemble tacos with grilled chicken, avocado slices, and lime crema. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve warm.








