Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema
A Mexican street-style taco featuring two halves of seasoned chicken and a creamy avocado crema for a rich, balanced flavor. This mexican-inspired mexican ready in about 50 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, medium onion, medium garlic clove for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 6, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1/2 medium garlic clove
- 6 whole grain corn tortillas
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime
- 1/2 cup cilantro
- 1 tbsp low-sodium taco seasoning
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice 1/2 medium onion and mince 1/2 garlic clove. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and garlic for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Add 1 lb chicken breast, season with 1 tbsp taco seasoning, and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 2: In a blender, combine 1 avocado, 1/2 lime (juiced), 1/2 cup cilantro, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Blend until smooth, then adjust seasoning to taste.
- Step 3: Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Spoon 1/2 cup cooked chicken into each tortilla, top with 1/4 cup avocado crema, and garnish with additional cilantro and lime wedges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium onion from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half & Half Tacos with Avocado Crema?
Mexican mexican like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Perfect mexican recipe for a weeknight dinner.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
