Mexican Chicken Adobo Tacos
A fusion of Mexican and Filipino flavors, this dish is a twist on traditional Mexican street food. The tender chicken is marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and chili peppers, then grilled to perfection and served in a taco shell.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastsboneless, skinless
- ●2 tablespoons filipino adobo mix
- ●2 limesjuiced
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1/4 cup chipotle peppers in adobo saucediced
- ●1 teaspoon cumin
- ●1/2 teaspoon paprika
- ●8-10 corn tortillas
- ●1 cup shredded cheeseoptional
Instructions
- 1
In a blender or food processor, combine adobo mix, lime juice, garlic, chipotle peppers, cumin, and paprika. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Place the chicken breasts in a large zip-top plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken and massage to coat.
- 3
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- 6
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
- 7
Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 8
Warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
- 9
Assemble the tacos by spooning the shredded chicken onto a tortilla and topping with cheese, if desired.