Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Tacos

These Dairy-Free Classic Chicken Tacos are a fresh and flavorful twist on a beloved comfort food, perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Featuring tender, spice-rubbed chicken seared to perfection and paired with wholesome corn tortillas, this recipe skips the dairy without sacrificing creaminess or taste. Toppings like ripe avocado, zesty lime, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a dash of fresh cilantro bring vibrant color and bold flavor to every bite, while a hint of jalapeño adds optional heat. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a total cook time of 20 minutes, these tacos are a simple yet satisfying meal option for anyone seeking dairy-free delights. Whether you're catering to dietary preferences or just love a fresh take on tacos, this easy recipe will become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces taco-sized corn tortillas
• 1 large ripe avocado
• 1 large lime
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 small jalapeno pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

2. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

3. Rub the spice mixture on both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 4

4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts.

Step 5

5. Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and the juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes.

Step 6

6. While the chicken is resting, prepare the toppings: dice the avocado and place it in a bowl. Squeeze the juice of the lime over the avocado to prevent browning.

Step 7

7. Chop the cherry tomatoes into quarters and finely dice the red onion. Slice the jalapeno thinly, removing seeds if a milder flavor is desired.

Step 8

8. Warm the corn tortillas in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes or until they are soft and pliable.

Step 9

9. Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips.

Step 10

10. To assemble the tacos, place some chicken strips on each tortilla. Top with avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeno slices, and fresh cilantro.

Step 11

11. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious dairy-free chicken tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1217.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1857.8

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1686.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.8g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 160.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 337.7mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 3156.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.2%

Protein: 33.7%

Carbs: 28.2%