Lemon Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
2 tbsp lemon juice, divided
1 tsp lemon juice, divided
1 large onion, sliced
1 green onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas, warmed
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)
1/2 cup sour cream (optional)

Directions:

Place chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
In a nonstick skillet, saute the onions and garlic on medium heat in oil until tender.
Add the chicken, cumin, salt and pepper.
Cook on medium - high heat and stir for 5 minutes or until juices run clear.
Remove from heat; stir in the tomatoes, cilantro and remaining lemon juice.
Serve with salsa.
Also good with shredded cheddar and sour cream (optional) on top.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	285.4 Kcal (1195 kJ)
Calories from fat	101.53 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.28g	17%
Cholesterol	61.19mg	20%
Sodium	820.07mg	34%
Potassium	482.1mg	10%
Total Carbs	25.07g	8%
Sugars	2.88g	12%
Dietary Fiber	2.27g	9%
Protein	22.19g	44%
Vitamin C	8.5mg	14%
Iron	1.3mg	7%
Calcium	132.1mg	13%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	129.71 Kcal (543 kJ)
Calories from fat	46.14 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	5.13g	17%
Cholesterol	27.81mg	20%
Sodium	372.7mg	34%
Potassium	219.1mg	10%
Total Carbs	11.39g	8%
Sugars	1.31g	12%
Dietary Fiber	1.03g	9%
Protein	10.08g	44%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	14%
Iron	0.6mg	7%
Calcium	60mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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