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Cinco de Mayo Chicken Tacos – Quick & Flavorful Recipe for Your Fiesta

Cinco de Mayo Chicken Tacos – Quick & Flavorful Recipe for Your Fiesta


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  • Author: Daili Hathaway
  • Total Time: 45
  • Yield: 8 tacos 1x

Description

Tangy chipotle chicken wrapped in warm tortillas with fresh lime, avocado, and cilantro. Ready in 45 minutes for a vibrant, customizable, and crowd-pleasing dish perfect for parties or weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo (mild or more for heat)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 lime (juice and zest)
1 avocado
1 cup mayonnaise (or guacamole spread)
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Cilantro (chopped)
1/4 cup grilled onion (optional)
Tortilla chips (for serving)
Lime wedges (for garnish)


Instructions

Marinate chicken: Squeeze lime juice over chicken. Mix chipotle, paprika, and lime zest; spread on both sides
Grill or pan-sear chicken: Cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden and no pink remains
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or oven
Slice chicken into strips
Assemble tacos: Layer chicken, cilantro, guacamole/mayo, and grilled onions on tortillas
Serve immediately with tortilla chips and lime wedges

Notes

Marinate chicken up to 24 hours for deeper flavor
Adjust chipotle amount to control spiciness
Use avocado oil for grilling for rich flavor
For extra filler, add pickled jalapeños or diced tomatoes

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Method: Grilling/Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg