Chipotle Chicken Taco

Spice up your taco night with these irresistible Chipotle Chicken Tacos—a bold, flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings! Juicy strips of marinated chicken, infused with a smoky chipotle adobo blend and seasoned with cumin and paprika, are seared to perfection for a deliciously charred finish. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, these tacos are topped with vibrant red onion, creamy avocado, tangy sour cream, and a sprinkle of crumbly cotija cheese, with fresh cilantro adding a burst of herbal freshness. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of marinating time, these tacos deliver restaurant-quality flavor right at home. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty squeeze, and get ready to savor the ultimate combination of smoky, tangy, and creamy goodness. Perfect for taco lovers searching for their next go-to recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 whole lime
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 0.5 whole red onion
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
• 1 whole avocado
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup cotija cheese

Directions

Step 1

Begin by marinating the chicken. In a blender or food processor, add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, olive oil, peeled garlic cloves, juice of one lime, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.

Step 2

Cut the chicken breasts into strips and place them in a large bowl. Pour the chipotle marinade over the chicken and stir to coat. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken is marinating, slice the red onion thinly and chop the cilantro leaves. Dice the avocado and set all the toppings aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips. Cook the chicken for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and slightly charred.

Step 5

Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame for a few seconds on each side until they are pliable.

Step 6

Assemble the tacos by placing some chicken in each tortilla. Top with sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, diced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese.

Step 7

Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1465.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2715.2

Total Fat 123.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 499.9mg	0%
Sodium 4047.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 191.7g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 1022.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 3243.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.1%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 32.2%