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Grilled Chicken Tacos with Coffee Brownies

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This recipe pairs the smoky delight of grilled chicken tacos with the rich, coffee-flavored goodness of brownies. A perfect meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Grilled Chicken Tacos:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small flour tortillas

Fresh cilantro for garnish

  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • For the Coffee Brownies:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup brewed coffee cooled
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

For the Grilled Chicken Tacos:

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Rub chicken breasts with olive oil and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked.
  • Let chicken rest before slicing it thinly.
  • Warm tortillas on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
  • Assemble tacos with grilled chicken, shredded lettuce, salsa, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

For the Coffee Brownies:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, brown sugar, and salt.
  • Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and cooled coffee. Stir until smooth.
  • Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Pour batter into the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • Let brownies cool before slicing.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Calories: 450
Total Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 20g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin A: 6%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Vitamin C: 2%
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Potassium: 8%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • The coffee in the brownies isn’t just for flavor. It deepens the chocolatey richness, so don’t skip it.
  • Serve the tacos with a dollop of sour cream or guacamole for that extra oomph.
  • If you like your brownies fudgy, bake them on the shorter end of the time range.
  • Make sure to let the chicken rest after grilling so it stays juicy—because dry chicken is a crime.