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Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Chipotle Chicken Tacos are full of flavor and perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. They only take 20 minutes to make! Serve with all of your favorite taco toppings and sides!

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 173 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pound shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 chipotle pepper, diced
  • 2 teaspoons chipotle in adobe sauce, from the can
  • Corn or flour tortillas, for serving
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese or crumbled queso fresco, shredded lettuce or cabbage, sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, guacamole or avocado slices, pickled red onions, sliced jalapeños, diced tomatoes, radish slices, salsa or pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

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  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, garlic powder, and oregano. Add the chicken and stir until the chicken is well coated in the seasoning. Pour in the water and add the chipotle pepper and chipotle in adobe sauce. Stir until well combined. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 3 to 5 minutes or until mixture thickens, stirring occasionally.
  3. To assemble the tacos, spoon the chipotle chicken into to warm tortillas (corn or flour). Top with desired toppings. Serve warm.

Nutrition Information

Calories 173kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 718mg (30%) Potassium 60mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 446IU (9%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 16mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 173

% Daily Value*

Calories 173kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 718mg 30%
Potassium 60mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 446IU 9%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 16mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.