Easy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
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Easy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Description
This recipe begins by cutting chicken breast into small pieces, then tossing them with chipotle chili powder, taco seasoning, and garlic powder for smoky spice. Cooking the chicken in oil helps keep it juicy and allows the seasonings to coat evenly. After cooking, the chicken is removed from the pan to warm tortillas with cheese until the cheese melts. Finally, the chicken is added back in and the tortillas folded. A fresh topping made from chopped cilantro, red onion, and jalapeño adds texture and flavor contrast, enhancing the overall experience.
Tacos can be served with extra sides like guacamole, fresh mango salsa, restaurant-style salsa, or creamy cilantro-jalapeño dip to customize the flavor profile. Using a choice of tortillas—corn, flour, or a blend—adds flexibility to suit preferences. Cheese types like pepper jack, Monterey jack, or cheddar offer flavor variations. These tacos work well for a casual meal, providing a blend of smoky heat and fresh, vibrant garnishes.
For best results, ensure chicken pieces are small for quick, even cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste after cooking and consider adding extra oil during cooking to maintain moisture. The recipe notes suggest possible toppings and cheese alternatives for versatility.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast (cut into small pieces)
- 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 to 4 Tablespoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 8 small corn tortilla or flour tortillas
- 2 cups cheese grated
- cilantro (chopped)
- 1/2 jalapeño (diced)
- red onion (finely diced)
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chicken into small bite-size pieces. Place in a bowl and toss with chipotle chile powder, taco seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil. Once the oil is heated, add the chicken. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until fully cooked through. Add more oil if needed. For extra flavor, add more taco seasoning, if so desired. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper, if needed.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and leave any remaining oil. Place tortillas in the skillet and sprinkle cheese into the center of each tortilla. If you want the tortillas to be slightly crispy, drizzle more oil in the pan. Top with chicken. Heat until cheese is melted and fold over.
- For the topping, stir together chopped cilantro, red onion, and jalapeno, or make homemade guacamole, salsa, or cilantro jalapeno dip. Serve with homemade salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. Carefully open the tacos and sprinkle or drizzle the topping inside the taco.
Notes
- Cut chicken into small, uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Use chipotle chili powder for a smoky heat; adjust quantity to taste.
- Choose corn, flour, or mix tortillas as preferred.
- Cheese options include pepper jack, Monterey jack, Oaxaca, cheddar, or queso asadero to vary flavor.
- Serve with fresh toppings like homemade guacamole, mango salsa, or cilantro-jalapeño dip for added freshness.
- Cook the chicken with enough oil to keep it moist and season well after cooking.
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