Half-Spiced Tacos with Avocado Crema
Juicy grilled chicken tacos topped with a creamy avocado-lime crema for a balanced, half-spiced flavor profile. This mexican-inspired mexican ready in about 50 minutes pairs Grilled Chicken Breast, pcs Corn Tortillas, ripe Avocado for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Grilled Chicken Breast
- 8 pcs Corn Tortillas
- 2 ripe Avocado
- 1 medium Lime
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 1 small Red Onion
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tbsp Ground Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Coarse Salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high. Season 1 lb grilled chicken breast with 1 tbsp chili powder and 1/2 tbsp cumin, then cook for 6-8 minutes per side until charred and tender.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mash 2 ripe avocados with 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup cilantro, and 1/2 tsp coarse salt until smooth. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Dice 1 small red onion into 1/4-inch cubes and sauté in 1 tsp oil over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until caramelized.
- Step 4: Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave, then assemble with chicken, onion, and a dollop of avocado crema. Garnish with additional cilantro.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Spiced 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-Spiced 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 grilled chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Spiced 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-Spiced Tacos with Avocado Crema for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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-Spiced 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
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
