Description
Juicy honey lime chicken tacos topped with creamy avocado crema. A fresh, easy dinner packed with flavor and perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
- For the chicken: 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 tablespoons honey, 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
- For the avocado crema: 2 ripe avocados, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 tablespoons water
- For serving: 8 small flour or corn tortillas, 1 cup shredded lettuce, ½ cup diced tomatoes, ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, honey, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken and coat well. Let it marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until fully cooked and lightly caramelized.
- Transfer chicken to a cutting board and rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
- In a blender, combine avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side.
- Assemble tacos by adding sliced chicken to each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a drizzle of avocado crema.
- Finish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra flavor, char the tortillas slightly over an open flame before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired