HEALTHY CHICKEN TACOS

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This guilt-free taco is yummy! The avocado salad is fresh and creamy. Tomatoes add a pop of sweetness. Lemon pepper seasoning really adds a lovely citrus flavor to the salad and chicken - it's a must. We loved lightly frying the tortillas. It adds a crisp texture to the tacos that pairs with the creamy filling. Add your favorite...

Provided by Sena Wilson

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 c cooked chicken, chopped
1 c grape tomatoes, halved
2 large avocados, chopped
1/2 large red onion, chopped
6 low fat extra thin corn tortillas
4 Tbsp evoo (extra virgin olive oil), divided
2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning, divided
1 clove garlic, chopped or minced
salt, to taste
pure vegetable oil

Steps:

  • 1. Add together chopped avocados, tomatoes, and red onion in a salad bowl. Add 1 1/2 tsp lemon pepper and salt (to taste). Carefully mix the ingredients with 2 Tbsp EVOO and set aside.
  • 2. In a skillet, warm the chopped chicken in 2 Tbsp EVOO with the garlic; add the remaining 1/2 tsp lemon pepper. Remove chicken to a serving dish and set aside to keep warm.
  • 3. Wipe out the skillet and add enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom. Heat oil on medium heat. Lightly fry the tortillas in the oil, one at a time on each side for approximately 10 to 15 seconds and fold. Remove and drain the tortilla. Place on a serving dish and keep in oven on low heat until all tortillas are fried.
  • 4. Fill each taco with chicken and avocado/tomato/red onion mixture. Serve with salsa and grated cheese on the side.

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