Juicy high-protein chicken tacos made with seasoned grilled chicken and a creamy protein-boosted sauce. A lighter, satisfying twist on classic tacos, perfect for National Taco Day.
High-Protein Chicken Tacos
Ingredients (2 servings – 4 tacos)
For the chicken:
- 10 oz (280 g) chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of ½ lime
For the protein crema:
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or unsweetened dairy-free yogurt
- 1 scoop Unflavored Protein Powder
- Juice of ½ lime
- 1–2 tbsp water (to thin)
- Pinch of salt
For assembling:
- 4 small whole-grain or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Lime wedges for serving
Preparation
- Season the chicken: Toss chicken strips with olive oil, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and lightly browned.
- Prepare the protein crema: In a bowl, whisk yogurt, protein powder, lime juice, water, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble the tacos: Add cabbage, cooked chicken, tomatoes, and drizzle with protein crema. Garnish with cilantro and lime.
These high-protein chicken tacos deliver bold taco flavor with better balance and nutrition. Packed with lean protein and fresh ingredients, they’re perfect for celebrating National Taco Day while supporting your goals.