Spicy Hatch Chili Chicken Mini Tacos
Spicy Hatch Chili Chicken Mini Tacos are an explosion of flavor packed into bite-sized delights. Made with tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty blend of hatch green chilies and spices, these mini tacos offer the perfect balance of heat and savory goodness. They’re quick to prepare, making them ideal for both casual meals and festive gatherings. Whether you’re serving them as an appetizer or a main course, these tacos can be customized with your favorite toppings, ensuring everyone at the table leaves satisfied.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (8 mini tacos) 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon hatch green chilies, diced
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, hatch green chilies, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Coat the chicken thighs in the marinade and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated chicken until fully cooked through (about 6-7 minutes per side). Let rest before slicing.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet until pliable. Fill each tortilla with sliced chicken and top with lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini tacos (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg