High Protein Chicken Tacos

Nutrition per serving (estimate)

Why we like it

Cumin, smoked paprika and garlic give the chicken plenty of flavor, black beans add fiber and plant protein, and avocado and lime keep it fresh. Over 40g protein per serving in a meal that feels like a treat.

Ingredients

• 180g chicken breast
• 4 small corn tortillas
• 80g black beans (canned, drained)
• ½ avocado
• 100g cherry tomatoes
• 1 lime
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt
• Fresh cilantro
• Hot sauce

Method

1. Slice chicken into strips. Season with cumin, paprika, garlic powder and salt.
2. Heat a pan over high heat with a little oil.
3. Cook chicken strips 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. Warm tortillas directly over a gas flame or in a dry pan.
5. Slice avocado. Halve cherry tomatoes.
6. Warm black beans in a pan with a pinch of cumin and salt.
7. Build tacos: beans first, then chicken, avocado, tomatoes.
8. Squeeze lime, add cilantro and hot sauce.
9. Serve immediately.