Dairy-Free Chipotle Chicken Taco

Savor the bold, smoky flavors of these Dairy-Free Chipotle Chicken Tacos—a quick, healthy, and irresistible meal perfect for weeknight dinners or lively gatherings. Tender chicken breasts are infused with a zesty marinade of chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, and spices, then seared to perfection for a smoky, caramelized finish. Nestled in warm corn tortillas, the juicy chicken is topped with a vibrant avocado salsa featuring creamy avocado, crunchy red onion, sweet tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. Free from dairy yet bursting with flavor, these tacos are a perfect option for anyone seeking a fresh spin on a classic chipotle chicken taco. Ready in just 35 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, these tacos are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 1 fruit avocado, diced
• 0.5 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 fruit lime, for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the chipotle peppers, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a plastic bag and cover with the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours for more intense flavor.

Step 3

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any excess marinade. Cook the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside.

Step 5

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Step 6

While the chicken is resting, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1 minute per side, until pliable.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the diced avocado, diced red onion, diced tomato, and chopped cilantro to make a fresh salsa.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by placing chicken strips onto each tortilla and topping with the avocado salsa.

Step 9

Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos. Enjoy your flavorful dairy-free chipotle chicken tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1436.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2240.1

Total Fat 90.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2998.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 140.9g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 417.4mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 3209.1mg	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: 35.7%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 39.8%