Chicken Tacos

Tuesday, 01 May 2007 12:00
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1/3 C. olive or vegetable oil

1/4 C. lime juice

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 T. minced fresh parsley or

1 tsp. dried parsley flakes

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. pepper

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/4 lb.)

6 (8−inch) flour tortillas or taco shells, warmed

Toppings of your choice

In a large resealable plastic bag or shallow glass container, combine the first

8 ingredients. Add chicken and turn to coat. Seal or cover and refrigerate

8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Drain and discard marinade.

Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes on each side

or until juices run clear.

Cut into thin strips; serve in tortillas or taco shells with desired toppings.

Serves 6.

Nutritional Analysis: One serving (prepared with flour tortillas and without

salt; calculated without toppings) equals: 338 calories, 289 mg sodium,

63 mg cholesterol, 28 gm carbohydrate, 27 gm protein, 12 gm fat

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat

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