Tacos de pollo a la parrilla con cilantro y lima

Ingredientes

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (3 to 4 breasts)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper (or lemon pepper for more flavor)
• ¼ cup cilantro (minced)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice (about two large limes)
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• 10 to 12 4 to 5 inch flour tortillas (or corn tortillas)
• pico de gallo
• queso fresco
• cotija cheese
• cilantro
• lime juice
• sour cream
• avocados or guacamole

Preparación

1. 1

   --- Prepare Chicken ---

2. 2

   Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in a large ziploc bag.

3. 3

   Add the cilantro, olive oil, lime juice and taco seasoning. Close the bag, removing any extra air, and gently massage marinade into the chicken.

4. 4

   Marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

5. 5

   Prepare the grill by heating it to roughly 350°F-400°F.

6. 6

   Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook on each side for 6 minutes, until the core temperature of the chicken reads 165°F.

7. 7

   Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Cut into strips or dice into small pieces.

8. 8

   --- Assemble Tacos ---

9. 9

   Warm tortillas or char slightly over an open flame (our favorite way if using corn tortillas).

10. 10

    Assemble tacos by placing chicken in the center of each tortilla. Top with pico de gallo and any other toppings.

11. 11

    Plate and serve with a garnish of cilantro and a side of lime wedges, optional.