Print

Awesome Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chipotle Chicken Tacos are an incredibly satisfying high quality meal that comes together in just 20 minutes.  The protein and vegetables give you energy for hours.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, roughly chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3⁄4 cup canned crushed fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1⁄4 cup chicken stock or water
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon Celtic sea salt
  • 1 ½ cups shredded zucchini
  • 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken (left over from a roast chicken is great)

For Serving

  • 6 tortillas, cassava, corn, or flour
  • Cilantro, coarsely chopped
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Radishes, julienned
  • Sprouts or shredded lettuce
  • Goat Cheese (optional)
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium, add the oil and onion. Sauté for 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
  3. Stir in the chipotles, oregano, and cumin, and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add in the tomatoes, stock, and salt. Bring to a simmer, lower heat and cook for 7 minutes until thick.
  5. Place the tomato mixture in a blender and blend until smooth.
  6. Return the blended sauce to the pan over low heat. Add the zucchini and chicken, and cook for 5 minutes. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
  7. Prepare the garnishes.
  8. Warm tortillas by wrapping in a damp towel and heating in a 400 degree oven for 5 minutes or until warm. Or place directly over a gas flame to char the edges. Place on a plate, and cover with a towel to steam.
  9. To assemble: top the tortillas with the chicken and garnish with the avocado slices, cilantro, red onion, radishes and sprouts (or lettuce). Serve with a lime wedge for squeezing.
  10. Leftover filling can be stored up to 4 days in the refrigerator or up to 1 month in the freezer.

Notes

I use two chipotle peppers for “medium” spiciness. If you want a mild version, just use one chipotle pepper. If you want it really hot add three.

Warming the tortillas is optional but recommended.

Nutrition information is with corn tortillas

Find it online: https://eatwellenjoylife.com/awesome-chipotle-chicken-tacos/