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Chipotle Honey Chicken Street Tacos

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Smoky, sweet, and spicy chipotle honey chicken street tacos topped with creamy sriracha sauce, fresh veggies, and cheese. Quick to make, packed with bold flavors, and perfect for weeknight dinners or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1–2 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)
  • Queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together chipotle peppers, honey, olive oil, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
  2. Add chicken thighs or breasts, turning to coat. Marinate for at least 15 minutes if possible.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  4. Cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a plate and let rest 3-5 minutes before slicing.
  5. In a small bowl, combine sour cream or Greek yogurt, sriracha, honey (optional), salt, and lime juice. Whisk until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 20-30 seconds per side or microwave in a damp towel for 30 seconds. Keep wrapped until serving.
  7. Slice chicken into thin strips.
  8. Lay out warm tortillas and add chicken to each.
  9. Top with diced red onion, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and crumbled cheese if desired.
  10. Drizzle with creamy sriracha sauce and squeeze fresh lime over the top.
  11. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

For juicier chicken, use thighs. Marinating is optional but adds flavor. Adjust chipotle and sriracha for desired spice level. Use corn tortillas for gluten-free. Swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt for dairy-free. Prep toppings while chicken cooks for efficiency. Chicken can be cooked ahead and reheated. For extra char, finish tortillas over an open flame.

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