Best 4 Chicken Tacos With Avocado Salsa Recipes

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Chicken tacos with avocado salsa are a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of Mexican cuisine with the creamy richness of avocados. This flavorful dish can be prepared in just a few simple steps, making it a perfect option for busy weeknight dinners or casual get-togethers with friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN TACOS WITH AVOCADO SALSA



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A few people in my family have special dietary needs, but luckily, these chicken tacos work for all of us. I toss up a simple green salad and have a meal we can all enjoy together. -Christine Schenher, Exeter, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch strips
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and cubed
1 cup fresh or frozen corn, thawed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
2 teaspoons lime juice
8 taco shells, warmed

Steps:

  • Place a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Brown chicken. Add water, sugar and seasonings. Cook 4-5 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, gently mix avocado, corn, tomatoes and lime juice. Spoon chicken mixture into taco shells; top with avocado salsa. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN TACOS WITH ROASTED PINEAPPLE SALSA AND AVOCADO CREMA



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These tacos are great any night of the week, not just Tuesday.

Provided by Wolf Gourmet

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small pineapple, peeled, cut into four pieces lengthwise and cored
Olive oil
1 English cucumber, diced small
1/2 medium red onion, diced small
2 jalapeños, minced
3-4 limes
Salt and pepper
2 large avocados, pitted and peeled
1 cup sour cream
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Warm corn tortillas, for serving
Cilantro leaves, for serving
Wolf Gourmet Countertop Oven with Convection
Wolf Gourmet High-Performance Blender

Steps:

  • Heat Wolf Gourmet Countertop Oven to Convection/Roast 450°F. Line the Wolf Gourmet baking pan with parchment paper. Coat pineapple in olive oil and arrange on baking sheet. Roast until tender and juices begin to release, 15-20 minutes. Let cool.
  • Using a Wolf Gourmet High-Performance Blender, combine avocado, sour cream, and freshly grated lime zest and juice from one lime. Purée to a smooth crema.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil to the pan and carefully swirl to coat. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the pan and cook, flipping once, until cooked through, 10-12 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let sit five minutes before slicing.
  • Chop roasted pineapple into small pieces. In a medium bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and jalapeño. Season to taste with lime juice and salt. Serve with chicken tacos and avocado crema.

CHICKEN TACOS WITH AVOCADO SALAD



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Let kids help squeeze the limes: Show them that if you roll the fruit against the counter first, you'll get more juice.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs (about 6)
1 cup jarred salsa
Juice of 2 limes, plus wedges for serving
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup sour cream
1 bunch cilantro, leaves chopped (about 3/4 cup)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 14-ounce can hearts of palm, drained and sliced 1/2 inch thick
1 avocado, chopped
6 radishes, thinly sliced
16 corn tortillas
Shredded lettuce and/or diced red onion, for topping

Steps:

  • Toss the chicken with 1/2 cup salsa, the juice of 1 lime and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large bowl; let marinate 10 minutes. Mix the remaining 1/2 cup salsa, the sour cream and 2 tablespoons cilantro in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate. Gently toss the hearts of palm, avocado, radishes, the remaining cilantro, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and the juice of the remaining lime in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large cast-iron skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken along with the marinade and cook until slightly charred and cooked through, about 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a cutting board and chop; season with salt.
  • Warm the tortillas as the label directs. Using 2 stacked tortillas per taco, fill with the chicken, salsa-sour cream mixture and lettuce and/or red onion. Serve with the avocado salad and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 calorie, Fat 34 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Cholesterol 140 milligrams, Sodium 947 milligrams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 29 grams

CHICKEN TACOS WITH MANGO AVOCADO SALSA



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Make and share this Chicken Tacos With Mango Avocado Salsa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by abray6212

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 4h30m

Yield 6 Tacos, 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 limes, juice and zest of
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 small red onion, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
salt and pepper, to taste
1 (8 count) package whole grain corn tortillas
4 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 avocado, halved, pitted, peeled, and diced medium
1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and diced medium
1 small red onions or 1/2 large red onion, diced small
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice or 1 lime, juice of
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Chop cilantro, zest and juice limes, mince garlic and chop red onion into small chunks.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the lime zest and juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, minced red onion, red pepper flakes, chopped cilantro and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Put the chicken breasts into a ziploc bag and pour in the mixture, making sure chicken is coated in the mixture. Put the bagged chicken in the refrigerator and let it marinate for 2-4 hours.
  • Grill the chicken breasts until thoroughly cooked (when they reach an internal temp of 165 degrees). Let the meat rest for at least 5 minutes, and then slice the breast chicken into thin slices.
  • While the chicken is resting, throw the tortillas on the grill, and grill them until slightly charred and pliable, about 20 seconds per side.
  • Top the tortilla with the sliced chicken, mango avocado salsa, cheddar cheese and some fresh cilantro.
  • To make the mango avocado salsa:.
  • Combine all the above ingredients, add the tablespoon of olive oil and the 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gently combine all the ingredients together. Serve over tacos.

Tips:

  • To make the chicken tacos more flavorful, marinate the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, and garlic for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • For a crispy taco shell, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Place the tortillas in the skillet one at a time and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • To make the avocado salsa, use ripe avocados that are soft to the touch. Combine the avocados with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • For a vegetarian version of the tacos, use grilled or roasted vegetables in place of the chicken.
  • Toppings for the tacos can include shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Chicken tacos with avocado salsa are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying taco that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these chicken tacos a try!

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