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Crunchy Chicken Tacos with Poblano Avocado Salsa

Crunchy Chicken Tacos with Poblano Avocado Salsa Delight!

  • Author: Midwest Mama's Kitchen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious recipe for crunchy chicken tacos topped with a fresh poblano avocado salsa.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 8 taco shells
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 poblano pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces in breadcrumbs.
  4. Place the chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine diced avocado, poblano pepper, red onion, lime juice, and cilantro to make the salsa.
  6. Once the chicken is cooked, fill each taco shell with the crunchy chicken and top with the poblano avocado salsa.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra crunch, you can fry the chicken instead of baking.
  • Feel free to add other toppings like cheese or sour cream.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding more chili powder if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg