What if I don't have an air fryer?

Pan-sear in a hot skillet with oil, about 5-6 minutes per side.

What is cotija cheese?

A salty, crumbly Mexican cheese similar to feta, which you can use as a substitute.

Chicken Tacos with Cotija Green Sauce

Name: Chicken Tacos with Cotija Green Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 22 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 0.5 tbsp soy sauce; 0.5 tbsp avocado oil; 1 clove garlic; 3 tbsp taco seasoning; 0.5 whole avocado; 0.5 cup mayo; 3 oz cotija cheese; 0.5 cup cilantro; 1 clove garlic; 2 tbsp lime juice; 2 tbsp water; 8 whole tortillas; 1 whole lime; 0.25 cup white onion

Perfectly seasoned chicken tacos with a creamy avocado-cotija green sauce ready in about 20 minutes.

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

12 min

Total Time

22 min

Servings

Calories

469/serving

Difficulty

Easy

by Replay RecipesMexican Cuisine

DinnerQuick & Easy

Nutrition Per Serving

469Calories

31gProtein

6gCarbs

36gFat

2gFiber

1gSugar

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
0.5 tbsp soy sauce
0.5 tbsp avocado oil
1 clove garlic
3 tbsp taco seasoning
0.5 whole avocado
0.5 cup mayo
3 oz cotija cheese
0.5 cup cilantro
1 clove garlic
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp water
8 whole tortillas
1 whole lime
0.25 cup white onion

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients

Season the Chicken

Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs. Combine with soy sauce, avocado oil, and grated garlic. Sprinkle generously with taco seasoning and mix to coat all sides.

Cook the Chicken

Place chicken in an air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown and crusty on the outside and juicy inside. Alternatively, pan-sear in a hot skillet with oil for 5-6 minutes per side.

11 min

Blend the Green Sauce

While the chicken cooks, blend avocado, mayo, cotija cheese, cilantro, garlic, and lime juice in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add water as needed to reach a drizzling consistency.

Chop and Assemble

Let the chicken rest briefly, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze lime juice over the chopped chicken. Load warm tortillas with the chicken, drizzle with green sauce, and top with cilantro and diced onion.

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Tips & Variations

Pound the chicken to even thickness for more uniform cooking.
Make the green sauce ahead and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don't have an air fryer?: Pan-sear in a hot skillet with oil, about 5-6 minutes per side.
What is cotija cheese?: A salty, crumbly Mexican cheese similar to feta, which you can use as a substitute.

Recipe inspired by the original at pinchofyum.com. Ingredients and factual cooking data extracted; instructions independently written.

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