High Protein Chipotle Tacos
Elevate your taco night with these bold and nutritious High Protein Chipotle Tacos! Packed with tender, spiced chicken breast, hearty black beans, and the smoky kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, these tacos deliver maximum flavor with every bite. A quick sauté of onion, garlic, and warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika infuses the filling with a tantalizing aroma. Topped with creamy avocado, tangy Greek yogurt, and fresh cilantro, these tacos offer a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and vibrant zest. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re a great choice for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lime for a zesty finish and enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for taco lovers seeking a high-protein, satisfying meal!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken breast
- 400 grams black beans
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 lime
- 1 avocado
- 150 grams greek yogurt
Directions
Step 1
Dice the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in the chicken pieces, chipotle peppers, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, approximately 7-8 minutes.
Step 6
Meanwhile, rinse and drain the black beans.
Step 7
Add the black beans to the skillet and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and well mixed.
Step 8
Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
Step 9
Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of the chicken and bean mixture onto each tortilla.
Step 10
Dice the avocado and sprinkle it over the assembled tacos.
Step 11
Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Step 12
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added flavor and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2099.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3103.8 |
| Total Fat 90.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g | |
| Cholesterol 435mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5684.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 369.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 76.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.8g | |
| Protein 214.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 804.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3785.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories