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Fiery Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tacos Recipe Under 30 Minutes

Spicy Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema
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Flavorful chicken tacos with a spicy chipotle kick, topped with a creamy avocado crema for balance.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add chipotle peppers, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  4. Cook until chicken is fully done, about 5-7 more minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. Mash avocado in a bowl. Mix in sour cream, lime juice, and garlic.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
  7. Assemble tacos with chicken, avocado crema, red onion, and cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust chipotle amount for less/more heat.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Leftover chicken keeps refrigerated for 3 days.

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