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Chicken & Roasted Poblano Pepper Tacos

Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • Cooking Sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium poblano peppers
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion sliced thinly
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas

For the Lime Crema

  • 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • juice of 1 lime
  • cilantro
  • pinch of salt

Optional toppings

  • avocado sliced
  • cilantro
  • cotija cheese
  • lime wedges

Instructions
 

  • Place poblanos directly over a gas flame or under the broiler until skins are blackened and blistered (about 5–7 minutes).
  • Transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap for 5 minutes, then peel and slice into strips.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, 3–4 minutes.
  • Add sliced poblanos, shredded chicken, and spices. Stir until heated through and well coated, about 3 minutes.
  • Whisk sour cream, lime juice, and salt together until smooth.
  • Warm tortillas, fill with chicken mixture, and top with avocado, crema drizzle, and cilantro.

Notes

Pro tip: Add a little corn or black beans to stretch the filling if you want leftovers.
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