Cilantro-Lime Chicken Tacos with Peach Salsa Recipe
These Cilantro-Lime Chicken Tacos with Peach Salsa are a delightful blend of flavors perfect for summer gatherings. Tender grilled chicken marinated in zesty lime and cilantro, paired with a fresh and sweet peach salsa, all wrapped in warm tortillas. A gluten-free option that’s bursting with Mexican-inspired goodness!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Peach Salsa:
- 2 ripe peaches, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
- juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- pinch of salt
Additional:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, toss to coat, and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Prepare the Peach Salsa: Mix diced peaches, red onion, jalapeño, lime juice, cilantro, and salt in a bowl. Refrigerate.
- Grill the Chicken: Cook marinated chicken on a grill or skillet for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Assemble Tacos: Slice chicken, warm tortillas, fill with chicken and peach salsa.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Top with avocado slices or sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Substitute chicken breasts if desired.
- For a spicier salsa, keep jalapeño seeds.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
