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Mexican Chicken Adobo Street Tacos: Tasty & Easy Recipe!

Delicious and easy-to-make Mexican Chicken Adobo Street Tacos, perfect for a quick meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 lime cut into wedges
  • Sliced radishes and avocado for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
  4. Pour in the apple cider vinegar and chicken broth, then add the brown sugar. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the sauce.
  7. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  8. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous amount of the chicken mixture on each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro and any additional garnishes like radishes and avocado.
  9. Serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tacos.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option.

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