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Bold Chipotle Chicken Tacos 6 Ways

Chipotle Chicken Tacos
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Spice up your dinner with these vibrant Chipotle Chicken Tacos! Tender chicken marinated in smoky chipotle peppers and spices, piled high on warm tortillas with your favorite fresh toppings. A bold and flavorful meal perfect for any night.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped (reserve 2 tbsp sauce)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, cilantro, avocado, sour cream, cheese

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chopped chipotle peppers, reserved adobo sauce, olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then shred or dice it.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas according to package directions.
  7. Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with shredded chipotle chicken and your desired toppings.

Notes

  • For a milder flavor, use fewer chipotle peppers or remove the seeds before chopping.
  • Grilling the chicken adds a lovely smoky flavor, but pan-searing works just as well.
  • Feel free to customize your toppings to your preference!

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