Chipotle Lime Chicken Tacos Recipe
A smoky, zesty vegan taco featuring chipotle-spiced plant-based chicken with a fresh lime kick and crisp toppings.
Ingredients
- Plant-Based Chicken Strips: 12 oz
- Chipotle Powder: 1 tbsp
- Lime Juice: 3 tbsp fresh squeezed
- Garlic Powder: 1 tsp
- Onion Powder: 1 tsp
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
- Corn or Flour Tortillas: 8 small
- Fresh Cilantro: ¼ cup chopped
- Diced Tomatoes: 1 cup
- Sliced Avocado: 1 medium
- Vegan Sour Cream or Cashew Cream: Optional for topping
Instructions
- Mix plant-based chicken with chipotle powder, lime juice, garlic and onion powders, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Heat skillet over medium-high and cook chicken strips 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
- Assemble tacos with cooked strips, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, cilantro, and a dollop of vegan sour cream if you dare.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges for that zingy punch.
Notes
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Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 60%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin B6: 15%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use fresh lime juice—bottled just won’t cut it here.
- Grill the tortillas for smoky edges.
- Add sliced jalapeños if you like your tacos with a bit more attitude.
- Swap toppings with crunchy cabbage for extra texture.
- Double the marinade for next-level flavor absorption.