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Chipotle Chicken Tacos: Easy Recipe for Tasty Flavors

A delicious and easy recipe for Chipotle Chicken Tacos that are packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice about 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, adobo sauce, honey, garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor.
  3. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
  4. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Slice the grilled chicken into strips. Warm the tortillas on the grill for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing sliced chicken on each tortilla. Top with cilantro, red onion, and avocado slices. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 21gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more adobo sauce or diced chipotle peppers to the marinade.
  • Try adding grilled vegetables like bell peppers and zucchini to the tacos for extra flavor and nutrition.

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