Vegan Chipotle Chicken Taco

Say hello to vibrant flavor with these Vegan Chipotle Chicken Tacos—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that’s sure to impress! Tender young green jackfruit is the star of the show, shredded to mimic the texture of pulled chicken and simmered in a smoky, spicy chipotle-and-adobo sauce seasoned with earthy paprika and cumin. A touch of maple syrup adds sweetness, while lime juice brightens the dish with a zesty kick. Piled high on warm corn tortillas and topped with crunchy cabbage, creamy avocado, tangy radishes, fresh cilantro, and your favorite salsa, these tacos deliver a symphony of textures and bold flavors. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in under an hour and will have everyone reaching for seconds. Experience the magic of jackfruit tacos that are vegan, gluten-free, and downright irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cans (20 oz each) canned young green jackfruit
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 lime, juiced
• 8 corn tortillas
• 2 cups cabbage, shredded
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 radishes, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup salsa
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Use your hands or a fork to pull apart the jackfruit pieces, creating a shredded chicken texture. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Stir to combine well with the onions and garlic.

Step 5

Add the shredded jackfruit to the skillet. Stir in the soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 6

Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the jackfruit is tender and has absorbed the flavors.

Step 7

While the jackfruit is simmering, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable and slightly charred.

Step 8

Assemble the tacos by placing a generous spoonful of jackfruit filling onto each tortilla.

Step 9

Top with shredded cabbage, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, and a spoonful of salsa.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan chipotle jackfruit tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2658.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1988.2

Total Fat 66.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3794.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 322.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.3g	0%
Total Sugars 55.8g
Protein 47.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 846.7mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 8816.7mg	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: 28.7%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 62.3%