Ingredients
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Gathering fresh ingredients is key to making these Spicy Hatch Chili Chicken Tacos a success. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups fresh Hatch chiles, roasted and chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Cook chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Add roasted Hatch chiles to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Warm tortillas, then fill with chicken and chile mixture, topping with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chiles.
- For a healthier option, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free