Grilled Taco Lime Chicken, Fish, or Tofu
Serves | 2-4 |
Meal type | Lunch, Main Dish, Salad |
Misc | Freezable, Pre-preparable |
Website | Adapted from Picky Palate |
Ingredients
- 1 Tsp cumin
- 1/2 Tsp chili powder
- 1/2 Tsp paprika
- 1/2 Tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 Tsp salt
- 1/2 Tsp pepper
- 2 limes (juiced)
- 2-4 chicken breasts, fish fillets, slabs of tofu
Note
You could double or triple this recipe and grill up a large batch of chicken/fish/tofu to have for the upcoming weeks lunches. Or freeze it for whenever you need a quick meal. The spice mixture can also be made ahead and stored in a sealed container to be used whenever you need. Chop up your protein of choice and use it in salads, tacos, sandwiches, stir-fries, soups….or eat as an on-the-go snack.
Directions
1. | Combine all spices in a small bowl and stir to combine. |
2. | Place protein of choice in a ziplock bag and add spice mixture. Toss to coat. |
3. | Add lime juice and toss again until coated. Marinate in the fridge for as little as 30 minutes or up to 6 hours. |
4. | Preheat grill over medium high heat and spray with cooking spray. Grill chicken/fish/tofu for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Serve as desired. |