Description
These Grilled Chicken Tacos with Spiced Mayo and Avocado Salsa are a delicious and healthy option for taco night. Juicy grilled chicken is paired with a zesty spiced mayo and creamy avocado salsa, all wrapped up in warm tortillas.
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- juice of 1 lime
For the spiced mayo:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- pinch of salt
For the avocado salsa:
- 1 ripe avocado (diced)
- 1 small tomato (diced)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- juice of 1 lime
- salt to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice. Coat the chicken with the marinade and let it rest for 15–30 minutes.
- Prepare the spiced mayo: Mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, hot sauce, chili powder, and salt in a bowl. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Make the avocado salsa: Combine avocado, tomato, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Set aside.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing thinly.
- Assemble the tacos: Warm tortillas, spread spiced mayo, add grilled chicken, top with avocado salsa. Serve hot.
Notes
- Add shredded lettuce, cotija cheese, or pickled jalapeños for extra flavor.
- For meal prep, chicken and sauces can be made a day ahead.
