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Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Spicy and flavorful chipotle chicken tacos with a hint of sweetness, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.125 teaspoon black pepper

For the Tacos

  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 0.5 cup diced red onion
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 0.5 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 0.5 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 0.5 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
  • 0.25 cup lime wedges for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, adobo sauce, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then shred or dice the chicken.
  • Warm the tortillas according to package directions (you can grill them briefly or warm them in the microwave).
  • Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded chicken. Top with shredded cabbage, diced red onion, cilantro, and cotija cheese.
  • Serve immediately with salsa, sour cream, and lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a tablespoon of finely chopped chipotle peppers to the marinade.