Grilled chicken tacos, because why settle for a boring tortilla when you can load it with tender, smoky chicken? And then, just to make sure your taste buds are fully awake, finish off with coffee brownies. A strange, but brilliant, combo—because who said tacos and dessert can’t co-exist? The smoky flavor of the chicken paired with a chocolatey, coffee kick from the brownies is a rollercoaster of indulgence. It’s the kind of meal you eat when you want to impress without breaking a sweat. Ready for this masterpiece? Let’s get to it!
Grilled Chicken Tacos with Coffee Brownies
This recipe pairs the smoky delight of grilled chicken tacos with the rich, coffee-flavored goodness of brownies. A perfect meal.
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: 450Total 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.
