How to Make Basic Chipotle Chicken Tacos - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smoky, spicy flavor of chipotle peppers. They add a depth and complexity to any dish, and when combined with tender, juicy chicken in a taco, the results are truly spectacular. These Basic Chipotle Chicken Tacos are a perfect example of how simple ingredients can come together to create a meal that's both delicious and satisfying.

The star of these tacos is the chipotle marinade, which infuses the chicken with a bold, smoky heat. The marinade is made fro...

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Ingredients

  • 3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag; add chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and 1/2 of the beer. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator, at least 1 hour.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; pour chicken and marinade into the hot oil. Cook and stir, adding the remaining beer, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Shred chicken in the skillet using 2 forks and serve in corn tortillas.
  • Nutrition

    392 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 266mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 47g
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 371mg