Description
These Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa are a delicious and flavorful twist on traditional tacos. The crispy chicken combined with the smoky roasted poblanos and creamy avocado-jalapeño salsa create a mouthwatering taco experience that is perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Chicken Tacos:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium poblano peppers (roasted, peeled, and sliced)
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
- 1/2 cup shredded cabbage or lettuce
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 small jalapeño (seeded for less heat)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons water (as needed for consistency)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: In a large bowl, toss chicken with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well coated. Cook in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa: Blend avocado, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and salt until smooth, adjusting consistency with water.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas, then fill with chicken, roasted poblanos, cabbage, avocado-jalapeño salsa, queso fresco, and cilantro.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
- Roast poblanos for a smoky flavor.
- For added crunch, include sliced radishes or pickled onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg