Ingredients
– For the Crispy Chicken
– 1 ½ pounds boneless chicken thighs
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
– For the Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce
– 2 ripe avocados
– ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– Juice of 2 limes
– 1 clove garlic
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Water as needed for consistency
– For Serving
– 12 small corn or flour tortillas
– Shredded cabbage or lettuce
– Diced tomatoes
– Crumbled queso fresco
– Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Creating Crispy Chicken Carnitas Tacos with Avocado Cilantro Lime Sauce is a fun process! Follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix flour, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken in the flour mixture until well coated.
2. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering.
3. Fry Chicken: Add the coated chicken to the hot oil in batches, careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. Make the Sauce: In a blender, combine avocados, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding water little by little for consistency.
5. Warm Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over low heat, about 30 seconds on each side, until pliable.
6. Assemble Tacos: Place a generous amount of crispy chicken onto each tortilla. Top with avocado cilantro lime sauce, shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and crumbled queso fresco.
7. Serve: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the tacos and prepare to enjoy! Serve with extra lime wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 28g