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Crispy Poblano Chicken Tacos with Avocado-Jalapeño Salsa

These crispy poblano chicken tacos are packed with tender, flavorful chicken, smoky roasted poblanos, and a creamy, zesty avocado-jalapeño salsa. Perfect for quick family meals or a delicious healthy comfort food option that’s full of protein and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican Fusion
Servings 4 people
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 large poblano peppers, roasted and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • to taste salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • optional shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, halal sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; rub the mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
  • Cook chicken in the skillet for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Meanwhile, roast the poblano peppers by charring them under the broiler or over a gas flame until skin is blackened. Place them in a sealed bag for 10 minutes to steam, then peel and slice thinly.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add sliced poblano peppers and sauté for 2-3 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
  • To prepare the avocado-jalapeño salsa, gently toss diced avocado, minced jalapeño, chopped red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  • Assemble the tacos by layering sliced chicken, sautéed poblanos, and a generous spoonful of avocado-jalapeño salsa on each tortilla. Add optional toppings as desired.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, healthy tacos!

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3g
Keyword Best Dinner Prep Meals, Easy Weeknight Dinners, Healthy Comfort Food, High Protein Meals, Low calorie chicken meal prep, Meal Planning Chicken, Quick Family Meals
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