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Smoky Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Lime Crema

These smoky chipotle chicken tacos are bursting with flavor, featuring tender chicken, spicy chipotle, and a zesty lime crema for a perfect balance of heat and tang.

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Smoky Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Lime Crema
A 45-minute
an hour-long bake
Prep
20min
Cook
25min
Serves
4
Per serving
450kcal

Ingredients

4 servings
Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 corn tortillas, warmed
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 avocado, sliced
Lime Crema
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
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Method

  1. 01
    In a medium bowl, combine the chicken strips with olive oil, chopped chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and ground cumin. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
  2. 02
    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken mixture and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice smoky char.
  3. 03
    While the chicken is cooking, prepare the lime crema by mixing sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, and salt in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. 04
    Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
  5. 05
    Assemble the tacos by placing a portion of the smoky chipotle chicken onto each tortilla.
  6. 06
    Top the chicken with shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, and a generous drizzle of lime crema.
  7. 07
    Serve the tacos immediately, garnished with additional lime wedges if desired.