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Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa

Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa Bliss

Enjoy these Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa for a perfect weeknight dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro including stems
  • 2 medium Poblano Peppers diced
  • 1 medium White Onion chopped
For the Tacos
  • 8 count Corn Tortillas king-size preferred
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese or cheddar
For the Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa
  • 1 large Avocado ripe
  • 1 count Jalapeño chopped, seeds optional
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar or lime juice

Equipment

  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Griddle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Salsa: Blend avocado, jalapeño, water, cilantro, vinegar, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss chicken with oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake with poblano and onion for 20-22 minutes.
  3. Shred the Chicken: Shred the baked chicken and mix with roasted poblano and onion.
  4. Assemble Tacos: Warm corn tortillas, fill with chicken mixture, top with cheese, and fold.
  5. Bake Tacos: Increase oven to 425°F, bake tacos for 15-17 minutes until crispy.
  6. Serve: Let tacos cool slightly before serving with salsa on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare the salsa a day ahead for best flavor. Ensure the chicken thighs are evenly spread on the baking sheet for consistency.

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