Embark on a culinary journey with these delightful chicken tacos, featuring from-scratch tortillas, vibrant pico de gallo, and creamy guacamole. Each bite captures the essence of Tex-Mex cuisine with a focus on fresh ingredients and homemade charm.
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Ingredients
🌾 250 g plain flour
🧂 1 tbsp baking powder
🧂 ½ tsp salt
🫒 2 tbsp Olive Oil Perfect for Pouring
💧 140 ml warm water
🧅 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
🍅 1 large tomato, deseeded and chopped
🌿 1 handful fresh coriander, chopped
🍋 ½ lime, juiced
🧂 A pinch of salt
🌶️ A pinch of pepper
🥑 1 ripe avocado, about 150 g
🍋 ½ lime, juiced
🧂 A pinch of salt
🍗 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced
🫒 1 tsp olive oil
🌶️ 1 tsp smoked paprika
🌶️ 1 tsp cayenne pepper
🧄 2 tsp garlic granules
🌿 1 tsp dried oregano
🧂 A pinch of salt
🌶️ A pinch of pepper
🫒 1 tsp olive oil for frying
Instructions
1- Make the Tortillas:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the olive oil and warm water, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead on a clean surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and stretchy.
- Cover with cling film and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal portions, roll into balls, and flatten each into a thin circle.
- Heat a dry Spanish fry pan over medium-high heat and cook each tortilla for 30-60 seconds per side. Keep warm.
2- Prepare the Pico de Gallo:
- In a small ceramic bowl, mix the chopped red onion, tomato, coriander, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
3- Make the Guacamole:
- In another small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until reaching the desired texture.
- Stir in lime juice and salt. Set aside.
4- Cook the Chicken:
- Toss the diced chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic granules, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a white non-stick pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 10-12 minutes until golden and crispy. Stir occasionally.
5- Assemble the Tacos:
- Lay a tortilla flat and spread a spoonful of guacamole in the center.
- Top with the cooked chicken, and then add the pico de gallo.
- Serve immediately, garnished with lime wedges for an optional squeeze of fresh lime juice.
Prep Time: 45-60 minutes
Cook Time: 13-15 minutes for chicken, 1-2 minutes per tortilla
Total Time: Approximately 65-85 minutes
Servings: Varies
Calories: ~350 per serving
Proteins: ~20g
Fats: ~15g
Carbohydrates: ~30g
Equipment:
- Glass bowl for tortillas and chicken marinade
- Wooden cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Ceramic bowls for pico de gallo and guacamole
- Fork
- Rolling pin
- White non-stick frying pan
- Tongs
- Cling film
- Measuring spoons/cups
Cooking Tips
- Make sure the dough for the tortillas rests long enough to achieve perfect elasticity.
- Use fresh, ripe avocados for the best guacamole texture and flavor.
- Adjust the level of spice in the chicken seasoning to match your taste.
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