Brain-Boosting Anti-Inflammatory Chicken Tacos

These Brain-Boosting Anti-Inflammatory Chicken Tacos are a vibrant twist on a classic, designed to support cognitive function, reduce inflammation, and nourish the skin, eyes, and gums—all while saving you time in the kitchen. Succulent chicken breast is seasoned with antioxidant-rich spices like turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, then paired with a crisp slaw of red cabbage, bell pepper, and spinach for powerful vitamins and minerals. Creamy avocado and tangy Greek yogurt add healthy fats and probiotics, while walnuts or hemp seeds provide a brain-friendly omega-3 boost. Served in soft corn tortillas and finished with fresh lime and cilantro, these tacos are high in protein, micronutrient-dense, and designed to make healthy eating both effortless and delicious. Enjoy a quick, satisfying, and uplifting meal in under 30 minutes!

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

2 tacos (350 grams)

Boneless, skinless chicken breast

Cut into bite-size pieces

1 pound

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Red cabbage

Thinly sliced

1 cup

Red bell pepper

Sliced thin

1 cup

Baby spinach

Rough chopped

1 cup

100% Corn tortillas

Small, taco size

8 tortillas

Avocado

Sliced

1 medium

Greek yogurt

For topping, use plain, unsweetened

Recommended Brand: Fage (or preferred)

1/2 cup

Lime

Cut into wedges, for serving

1

Fresh cilantro

Chopped, for garnish

1/4 cup

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Ground cumin

1 teaspoon

Ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon

Smoked paprika

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Walnuts

Chopped, for sprinkling

1/4 cup

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

340

Total Fat

13g

Saturated Fat

2g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

6g

Polyunsaturated Fat

3.5g

Cholesterol

55mg

Sodium

520mg

Total Carbohydrates

32g

Dietary Fiber

8g

Soluble Fiber

3g

Insoluble Fiber

5g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

27g

Calcium

98mg

Iron

3.2mg

Potassium

830mg

Vitamin A

1200mcg

Vitamin C

36mg

Phosphorus

265mg