Sweet and Spicy Chicken Tacos (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Taco Seasoning
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1/4 teaspoon cumin
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/4 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
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1/4 teaspoon Mexican oregano
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1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne
→ For Chicken
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8 oz chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
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1 tablespoon avocado oil
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2 chipotles in adobo, finely chopped
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1 tablespoon adobo sauce
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1 tablespoon honey
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1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ For Assembly
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4 soft taco sized tortillas (6-inch)
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon lime juice
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2 tablespoons water
# Instructions:
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Combine all taco seasoning ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
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Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes, toss with seasoning blend. Let rest 10 minutes at room temperature.
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Heat oil in pan over medium heat. Cook chicken about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Mix chipotles, adobo sauce, honey, red onion, and garlic. Add to chicken, cook 3-4 minutes until chicken is done.
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Reduce heat to low. Add butter and water, stir until silky sauce forms. Stir in lime juice and turn off heat.
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Warm tortillas, fill with chicken and preferred toppings.
# Notes:
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Warm tortillas in microwave for 30 seconds or in dry pan
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Add your favorite taco toppings like cheese, cilantro, or avocado
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Adjust spice level by varying amount of cayenne and chipotle