Description
Crispy Chipotle BBQ Chicken Tacos with Creamy Charred Corn Salsa are a vibrant and mouthwatering dish that will elevate any meal. Juicy, marinated chicken meets smoky chipotle flavors, all nestled in warm tortillas and topped with a luscious corn salsa. Perfect for Taco Tuesdays or casual gatherings, these tacos are sure to impress your family and friends with their bold taste and colorful presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup chipotle sauce
- 8 soft corn or flour tortillas
- 1 cup charred corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken breasts and chipotle sauce in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Prepare the salsa: In a bowl, mix charred corn, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and sour cream until well combined.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble tacos: Slice grilled chicken and layer onto tortillas. Top with creamy corn salsa and additional cilantro if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg