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Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Delicious and smoky chicken tacos with a sweet and spicy marinade, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce (or the mix of chipotle powder and adobo)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper

Toppings & Sides

  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • lime wedges for serving

Instructions 

  • Mix honey, chipotle sauce, garlic, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to make marinade.
  • Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  • Grill or pan-fry chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  • Rest chicken for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Warm tortillas briefly on a skillet, then assemble tacos with chicken, cabbage, avocado, cilantro, and lime.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken longer or add a squeeze of lime before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken, Spicy, tacos