Mini Chicken and Corn Tacos with Avocado Crema

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Tender chicken strips and sweet corn nestled in soft corn tortillas, topped with a cool avocado crema. This mexican-inspired kid friendly ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken breast, corn kernels, corn tortillas 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.

★ 4.2 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Season 1/2 lb chicken breast strips with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mash 1/2 avocado with 1 tbsp lime juice and 2 tbsp sour cream until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Warm 8 corn tortillas in a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Place 2 chicken strips and 1/4 cup corn kernels on each tortilla, top with a dollop of avocado crema, and sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped cilantro.
  4. Step 4: Fold the tortillas in half and serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Mini Chicken and Corn Tacos with Avocado Crema take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Mini Chicken and Corn 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 chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Mini Chicken and Corn 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 Mini Chicken and Corn 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 Mini Chicken and Corn Tacos with Avocado Crema?

Mexican kid friendly 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.

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