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Chipotle Honey Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Delicious and flavorful Chipotle Honey Chicken Tacos featuring tender marinated chicken thighs, creamy homemade guacamole, and rich queso, all served on warm yellow corn tortillas for an authentic and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
  • 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • ¼ cup avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 2 additional chipotle peppers in adobo
  • ½ cup raw honey
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Juice from 1 lime

Guacamole

  • 4 ripe avocados
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 1 diced jalapeño
  • ¼ cup red onion, diced
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Other

  • Yellow corn tortillas
  • Container of favorite queso

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: Place the chipotle peppers, avocado oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, honey, additional chipotle peppers, lime juice, and smoked paprika into a blender. Blend until smooth to create the marinade.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Place the cubed chicken thighs into a bowl or ziplock bag and pour the marinade over them. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly. Let it marinate for a minimum of 2 hours or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
  3. Make the guacamole: While the chicken marinates, combine the avocados, chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño, red onion, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix well until combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Cook the chicken: Preheat a griddle to high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces, cooking and flipping every 2-3 minutes to ensure even cooking. Remove the chicken from heat once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  5. Prepare the chipotle honey sauce: Using a blender, blend the chipotle peppers, honey, smoked paprika, lime juice, and any reserved marinade ingredients again until smooth.
  6. Toss the chicken in sauce: Cut the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Place them in a bowl and pour the chipotle honey sauce over the top. Toss the chicken well to coat evenly.
  7. Warm the queso: In a saucepan, gently heat your favorite queso until it reaches a creamy, liquid consistency. Remove from heat to avoid separation.
  8. Assemble the tacos: On each yellow corn tortilla, spread a layer of guacamole on the bottom. Add a portion of the chipotle honey chicken, then top with a generous drizzle of warm queso. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Marinating overnight enhances the chicken’s flavor and tenderness.
  • Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control spiciness.
  • Use fresh corn tortillas for best taste and texture.
  • Ensure chicken reaches internal temp of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • Queso can be substituted with shredded cheese or sour cream if preferred.

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