🌮 Chipotle Chicken Tacos

Servings

4 servings

Quick Stats

⏱ 25–35 mins • 💪 High Protein • 🍽 Base: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 600g chicken thighs, sliced
• 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lime (juice + zest)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 12 small tortillas
• 1 cup guacamole
• 120g feta, crumbled
• 1 red onion, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced

Method

1. Marinate the chicken:
   Mix chipotle in adobo, garlic, paprika, olive oil, lime juice and zest, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Prep toppings:
   Dice onion and tomato, crumble feta, and portion guacamole so everything is ready to build quickly.
3. Cook chicken hot and fast:
   Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and cook chicken in batches until caramelised and cooked through. Rest for 2-3 minutes, then chop into taco-size pieces.
4. Warm tortillas:
   Heat tortillas in a dry pan or directly over flame for a few seconds each side until soft and slightly charred.
5. Assemble tacos:
   Fill tortillas with chicken, then top with guac, feta, diced onion and tomato. Finish with extra lime if you want more brightness.

Key Nutrients & Benefits

Chicken provides high-quality protein, tomato and lime add vitamin C, and avocado-based guac contributes healthy fats for satiety.

Macros (approx per serve)

• Calories: 550–700 kcal
• Protein: 35–45g
• Carbs: 35–55g
• Fats: 25–35g

Smart Swaps & Variations

• Use chicken breast for a leaner version.
• Swap feta for cotija if you want a more classic taco-style finish.
• Add shredded lettuce for extra crunch and freshness.
• Use Greek yogurt + lime if you want a lighter topping than guac.