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Three blackened chicken tacos

Blackened Chicken Tacos

Blackened chicken tacos are an easy and delicious dish that's perfect for busy weeknights.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword blackened chicken tacos
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 406 kcal
Author Carissa

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenderloins
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tsp blackened seasoning
  • 8 corn tortillas

For garnishing

  • 2 roma tomatoes chopped
  • 1 avocado diced
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • 2 limes freshly cut

Instructions

  1. Put the chicken tenderloins in a large bowl. Add 1 tbs of olive oil and the blackened seasoning to the bowl and rub into the chicken until well coated.

  2. Heat the remaining oil in a skillet over medium high heat.

  3. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes. Do not move the chicken.

  4. Next, flip the chicken and cook for 5 more minutes without moving it.

  5. Transfer the blackened chicken tenders to a cutting board and let rest for about 5 minutes. Then chop it into bite sized pieces.

  6. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave. Fill the corn tortillas with chopped chicken. Then top with the garnishes.

  7. Squeeze the fresh cut limes over the tacos and serve.

Nutrition Facts
Blackened Chicken Tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 406 Calories from Fat 171
% Daily Value*
Fat 19g29%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 73mg24%
Sodium 361mg16%
Potassium 888mg25%
Carbohydrates 33g11%
Fiber 8g33%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 29g58%
Vitamin A 384IU8%
Vitamin C 21mg25%
Calcium 71mg7%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.