South Beach Tacos in 20 Minutes

Savor the vibrant flavors of “South Beach Tacos in 20 Minutes”—a quick and healthy dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights! These tacos feature tender, skillet-seared chicken strips seasoned with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic, then tucked into warm corn tortillas. Topped with creamy diced avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and fresh cilantro, each bite is a burst of freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe keeps prep simple and flavorful, with an optional dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess. Serve with lime wedges for a citrusy kick and enjoy a fuss-free taco night that delivers bold, wholesome goodness in every bite. Perfect for families, taco lovers, and anyone craving a taste of summer year-round!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 piece small avocado
• 1 piece lime
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup, diced red onion
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

While the skillet heats up, slice the chicken breasts into small strips for faster cooking.

Step 3

In a bowl, combine the chicken strips, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and golden brown.

Step 5

While the chicken cooks, prepare the toppings. Dice the avocado, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the fresh cilantro, and dice the red onion. Cut the lime into wedges for serving.

Step 6

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the heat, and warm the tortillas in the same skillet for about 30 seconds per side.

Step 7

Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of chicken onto each tortilla, followed by avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Step 8

Optionally, add a dollop of Greek yogurt for creaminess.

Step 9

Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side and enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1419.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2273.1

Total Fat 78.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 389.6mg	0%
Sodium 1706.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 177.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 421.6mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 3128.3mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 31.4%

Carbs: 37.4%