Spicy Hatch Chili Chicken Mini Tacos Recipe for Flavor Lovers
These Spicy Hatch Chili Chicken Mini Tacos are packed with flavor and a kick that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for any gathering, they combine juicy chicken, fresh toppings, and the unique heat of Hatch chiles all wrapped in warm tortillas.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- Hatch Green Chiles
- Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Mini corn tortillas
- Onions
- Garlic
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cumin
- Crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime juice
Instructions
- Start by finely chopping the hatch green chiles, onions, and garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, sautéing until they’re soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and add them to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and some cumin for extra flavor. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the chopped hatch green chiles. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- While the chicken is finishing up, warm the mini tortillas in another skillet or in the microwave for about 30 seconds until they’re pliable.
- Spoon a generous amount of the chicken and hatch chili mixture onto each tortilla. Top with crumbled cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice for added zest.
- Arrange your mini tacos on a platter and serve them immediately, garnished with additional cilantro and lime wedges as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: If you’re not a fan of too much heat, you can remove the seeds from the hatch green chiles before chopping them. You can prepare the chicken mixture in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Feel free to get creative with toppings like avocado slices or diced tomatoes.