Chipotle Chicken Puffy Tacos

Health score
6%
Chipotle Chicken Puffy Tacos
40 min.
8
416kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your taco night with a delicious twist? Introducing Chipotle Chicken Puffy Tacos, a mouthwatering dish that combines the smoky flavors of chipotle with the freshness of guacamole and vibrant toppings. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, these tacos are sure to impress your family and friends.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delightful puffy tacos that serve up to eight people. Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy tortilla filled with tender pulled rotisserie chicken, complemented by a creamy guacamole made from ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and a hint of green chiles. The addition of fresh cilantro, crunchy lettuce, and juicy Roma tomatoes adds a burst of flavor and texture that will leave your taste buds dancing.

What sets these tacos apart is the rich chipotle sauce that brings a delightful kick to each bite. With a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, these tacos not only satisfy your cravings but also provide a wholesome meal option. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply treating yourself to a flavorful dinner, Chipotle Chicken Puffy Tacos are the ultimate choice for a fun and delicious dining experience. Get ready to indulge in a fiesta of flavors!

Ingredients

  •  avocado pitted cubed peeled
  • oz chilis green chopped canned
  • tablespoon juice of lime 
  • tablespoons onion red chopped
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.5 cups lettuce shredded
  •  plum tomatoes diced seeded (Roma)
  • 0.8 cup queso fresco crumbled
  • 0.8 cup salsa thick
  •  chipotles in adobo with 1 tablespoon adobo sauce) canned
  • 0.3 cup water 
  • 2.5 cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded (not ) (from 2-lb chicken)
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 8.2 oz flour tortilla soft for tacos and fajitas (10 count

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • blender

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, make guacamole by mixing avocados, green chiles, lime juice, red onion and cilantro, mashing slightly; set aside.
  2. Plate Chipotle Sauce ingredients in blender or food processor. Cover; blend on high speed until smooth.
  3. Pour half of sauce in 10-inch skillet over medium heat with chicken, reserving 1/2 cup for topping. Cover skillet; heat chicken and sauce until warm.
  4. Meanwhile, heat oil in 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add 1 tortilla. Cook until starting to puff up, then turn over. Once second side is puffed up, remove from skillet; drain on paper towels.
  6. Fold each tortilla in half, and top with slightly less than 1/3 cup chicken mixture. Top with guacamole, a drizzle of reserved sauce, lettuce, tomato and cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories416kcal
Protein24.89%
Fat53.75%
Carbs21.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.38
Glycemic Load
5.11
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.836087071377%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.17mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:415.94kcal
20.8%
Fat:25.41g
39.09%
Saturated Fat:6.05g
37.83%
Carbohydrates:22.71g
7.57%
Net Carbohydrates:17.14g
6.23%
Sugar:3.35g
3.73%
Cholesterol:78.87mg
26.29%
Sodium:778.5mg
33.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.48g
52.96%
Vitamin K:31.75µg
30.24%
Fiber:5.57g
22.28%
Folate:83.5µg
20.87%
Vitamin C:12.66mg
15.34%
Phosphorus:145.17mg
14.52%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.77%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.66%
Vitamin E:2.02mg
13.47%
Selenium:9.18µg
13.12%
Vitamin B3:2.6mg
12.99%
Calcium:129.72mg
12.97%
Potassium:419.55mg
11.99%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.56%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.92%
Iron:1.78mg
9.91%
Vitamin A:467.56IU
9.35%
Vitamin B5:0.88mg
8.75%
Copper:0.16mg
7.85%
Magnesium:30.33mg
7.58%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.83%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.2%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.06%