LEMON CHICKEN TACOS

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Excellent low-fat recipe! From Taste of Homes' Best Light Recipes of the Year 2006. I've added a little adobo seasoning with the cumin - Yummy! * time does not include marinating time.*

Provided by Babs7

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1 teaspoon lemon juice, divided
1 large onion, sliced
1 green onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Steps:

Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
In a nonstick skillet, saute the onions and garlic on medium heat in oil until tender.
Add the chicken, cumin, salt and pepper.
Cook on medium - high heat and stir for 5 minutes or until juices run clear.
Remove from heat; stir in the tomatoes, cilantro and remaining lemon juice.
Serve with salsa.
Also good with shredded cheddar and sour cream (optional) on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 733.4, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 23.1

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