Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema
Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful chipotle sauce and then cooked to perfection, while the avocado crema adds a creamy and tangy touch. Serve the tacos on warm tortillas with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, lettuce, and sour cream.
The inspiration for these tacos came to me one day when I was browsing through my local grocery store. I saw a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and immediately thought of how delicious they would be in a marinade for chicken. I also had some ripe avocados on hand, so I decided to make a creamy avocado crema to go with the tacos. The result was a flavorful and satisfying meal that my family and friends loved.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup chipotle sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 corn tortillas
Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, chipotle sauce, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Toss to coat evenly.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
  6. Shred the chicken and set aside.
  7. To make the avocado crema, combine the avocado, sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro in a blender or food processor.
  8. Blend until smooth.
Why It Works
  • The combination of chipotle peppers and adobo sauce gives the chicken a delicious smoky flavor.
  • Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to penetrate the meat.
  • Cooking the chicken over medium heat helps to prevent it from drying out.
  • Shredding the chicken makes it easy to eat and allows the flavors to be evenly distributed throughout the tacos.
  • The avocado crema adds a creamy and tangy touch to the tacos.
  • Serving the tacos on warm tortillas helps to keep them soft and pliable.