
This Avocado Corn Salsa Chicken Tacos Recipe combines tender chicken with a fresh and zesty avocado corn salsa, making it a perfect choice for taco night. The vibrant flavors and textures will delight your taste buds and impress your guests.
The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings. Enjoy these tacos with a side of chips and salsa for a complete meal.
Delicious Chicken Tacos with Avocado Corn Salsa
These tacos feature seasoned chicken topped with a refreshing avocado corn salsa, providing a delicious balance of flavors. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Optional toppings: sour cream, lime wedges, additional cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
- Prepare the Salsa: In a bowl, combine corn, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Gently mix to combine and season with salt to taste.
- Warm the Tortillas: In a dry skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Slice the cooked chicken and place it on the warm tortillas. Top with avocado corn salsa and any additional toppings you desire.
- Serve: Enjoy the tacos immediately with lime wedges and your favorite sides.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g