Easy Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Another really simple recipe you need to have on rotation. This satisfies all the taco cravings and bonus, its ridiculously easy to make. The key to this is slicing your chicken into small pieces so the seasonings go everywhere. This is the only way I prep food. LOL just kidding. But it is one of my favorite ways to cook! The meat cooks super fast and it tastes beyond delicious.

Ingredients:
Clearly chicken is the main player here. You can use thighs or breasts. I prefer thighs for the taste but breasts will be just as delicious. Just cut them up into small pieces. Season them well with chipotle powder (or chili powder in a pinch. Many people buy the canned chipotle in adobo sauce. Don’t @ me but, I’m a bit adverse to that particular canned flavor. I prefer the seasoning.

The simple salsa is also amazing here. It adds a delicious freshness to the tacos. Also the crema is amazing too. I used the same one in my Easy Steak Tacos recipe and now its a staple in my repetoire.

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Chipotle Chicken Tacos
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, cubed into small pieces
- 1/2 tsp chipotle powder*
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- salt to taste
- 3 tbs olive oil
Salsa:
- 1 small red onion, fine chop
- 1 small jalapeño, fine chop
- 2 tbs cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- salt and pepper to taste
Lime Crema:
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tsp sugar
Assembly:
- 8 small flour tortillas (or corn)
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
Chicken:
- Toss the cubed chicken with all of the spices listed in this section.
- Add the oil to a large HOT skillet and cook the chicken (separating the meat) until done, browned and juicy. Add oil if they look dry. Remove the chicken from your pan and add in the tortillas to the oily pan. sprinkle a nice amount of cheese and fold over. Cook until crispy and browned on both sides of the taco. NOTE: DO NOT over fill with the chicken or else the taco will be full and not fold over. Remove to your plate and open and add in your salsa. Dip into your crema and enjoy!
Salsa:
- Mix everything in a small bowl.
Crema:
- Mix everything in a small bowl.
Extremely delicious and very well made Stella. Would make again 100%.
Hi there! I appreciate your feedback! Glad you enjoyed the tacos!
Wow! When I got to making the lime yogurt sauce, I began to doubt you, but nope. This was delicious and refreshing and oh-so-yummy!
I believe the exact words spoken by my very picky German husband were, “This is so good! I mean, REALLY good! I mean, really REALLY GOOD! As in, you should make it again. Please make it again!” Best. Compliment. Ever! Seriously, the dude is PICKY!
Thanks so much for this. It’s the first recipe of yours that I’ve tried, but after the sparkling review I got from The German, I’ll definitely be back for more recipes!
Hi Sheri! LOL I know picky too in my family and when I hear the ‘please make it again’ – its a big winner! Your comment is one of the best comments I’ve received on my site, so thank you for taking the time to write it! I’m glad the dish was enjoyed!!
Made these for dinner tonight, and they hit the spot! My fiancé absolutely loved the tacos. The salsa made it next level!
Hi Melina, These are my favorite chicken tacos. Simple to make and super delicious! Glad you guys enjoyed!
What type pf cheese did you use?
Hi, Is the nutritional info for one taco ?
Hi Cindy, two tacos
These were so good! We made both corn and flour tortillas on a griddle. More oil is definitely needed to get the corn ones crisped up but it was a delicious meal for the whole fam. I added some cilantro to the crema sauce too but the only thing missing was avocado and we couldn’t find any ripe so next time!
Hi Melissa, Yes, avocado or guac is a great addition to these tacos! Glad you ALL enjoyed!
Family loved it!
Yay! Glad you guys enjoyed the tacos!
Very good !! Had them tonight, everyone loved them !
Hi Rich, AWESOME! Glad they were enjoyed!!