Chipotle Chicken and Vegetable Tacos

Health score
10%
Chipotle Chicken and Vegetable Tacos
40 min.
4
298kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a burst of flavor? Look no further than these delicious Chipotle Chicken and Vegetable Tacos! Perfectly balanced and incredibly satisfying, this recipe combines tender shredded chicken with a vibrant garden vegetable medley, all brought to life with the smoky heat of chipotle chiles in adobo sauce. Each bite is a delightful explosion of taste that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Not only are these tacos packed with flavor, but they are also quick and easy to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, ensuring everyone gets to enjoy this culinary delight. The addition of crumbled queso fresco and fresh cilantro adds a creamy and herbaceous touch, elevating the dish to new heights.

Whether you're looking for a satisfying main course for dinner or a hearty lunch option, these Chipotle Chicken and Vegetable Tacos are sure to impress. Serve them with a side of lime wedges for an extra zing, and watch as your family and friends rave about this flavorful feast. Get ready to indulge in a taco experience that’s not only delicious but also nutritious, with a balanced caloric breakdown that fits perfectly into your meal plan. Dive into this recipe and discover your new favorite taco!

Ingredients

  • oz savory vegetable frozen
  •  chipotles in adobo with 1 tablespoon sauce) chopped (from 7-oz can)
  • cup chicken shredded
  • 8.2 oz flour tortilla soft for tacos and fajitas (10 count
  • 0.3 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • serving lime wedges 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Cook vegetable medley as directed on box; pour into 2-quart saucepan. Stir in chipotle chile and adobo sauce. Stir in chicken. Cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot.
  2. Spoon filling onto tortillas; fold in half over filling.
  3. Sprinkle cheese and cilantro over filling.
  4. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein22.56%
Fat27.43%
Carbs50.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
35.75
Glycemic Load
11.49
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.118261071003%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.11mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.97kcal
14.9%
Fat:9.07g
13.96%
Saturated Fat:3.37g
21.06%
Carbohydrates:37.22g
12.41%
Net Carbohydrates:32.54g
11.83%
Sugar:2.59g
2.88%
Cholesterol:31.51mg
10.5%
Sodium:537.99mg
23.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.79g
33.58%
Vitamin A:2962.05IU
59.24%
Selenium:23.27µg
33.24%
Vitamin B3:6.04mg
30.2%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.77%
Phosphorus:249.82mg
24.98%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.65%
Fiber:4.69g
18.75%
Folate:73.44µg
18.36%
Iron:3.18mg
17.67%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.29%
Calcium:146.53mg
14.65%
Vitamin B6:0.24mg
11.91%
Magnesium:35.61mg
8.9%
Zinc:1.29mg
8.62%
Potassium:283.61mg
8.1%
Vitamin C:6mg
7.27%
Copper:0.14mg
6.8%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.56%
Vitamin K:4.57µg
4.35%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.83%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.37%