Chipotle-Smoked Chicken Taco Bowls with Avocado Crema

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-26 · Updated 2026-03-26

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Smoky, tender chicken topped with a creamy avocado crema, warm tortilla chips, and fresh toppings, served in a bowl for a handheld taco experience. This Mexican-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs chicken breast, boneless and skinless, chipotle in adobo sauce, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless
2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup avocado, mashed
1/2 cup crema or sour cream
1 tbsp lime juice
1 cup tortilla chips
1 cup romaine lettuce, chopped
1 cup tomato, diced
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix 2 lbs chicken breast with 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo sauce, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Place chicken in a baking dish and roast for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Step 3: In a bowl, mash 1/2 cup avocado with 1/2 cup crema, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 tsp salt until smooth. Set aside.
Step 4: To assemble bowls: Add 1/2 cup romaine, 1/2 cup diced tomato, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, and 1/2 cup sliced chicken to each bowl. Drizzle with avocado crema and top with 1/4 cup tortilla chips. Serve immediately.