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Easy Chipotle Chicken and Shrimp Tacos Recipe

Easy Chipotle Chicken and Shrimp Tacos Recipe

4.34 from 3 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Description

Try this Easy Chipotle Chicken and Shrimp Tacos recipe for a quick, flavorful meal with smoky chipotle-seasoned chicken, tender shrimp, and fresh toppings on soft tortillas.

Ingredients 

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tsp chipotle powder, adjust to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 12 small corn tortillas, or flour tortillas
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, shredded cheese, or salsa

Instructions

  • Peel and devein the 1 pound large shrimp, slice the 1 red bell pepper, and 1 yellow bell pepper, dice the 1 medium onion, and chop the ½ cup fresh cilantro. Set aside.
  • In a bowl, toss the 1 ½ pounds chicken breast into pieces and shrimp with 2 tsp chipotle powder, Salt and pepper, 1 lime juice, 3 cloves garlic, and 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil. Cook the chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, cook the shrimp for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat.
  • Add sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until slightly softened but still crisp.
  • Warm the 12 small corn tortillas, then layer chicken, shrimp, sautéed veggies, and diced onions. Top with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
  • Serve immediately while warm. Optionally, add salsa, avocado, or a drizzle of sour cream for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 38gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 168mgSodium: 597mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1126IUVitamin C: 69mgCalcium: 106mgIron: 2mg