Pan-Seared Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema and Pickled Red Onion

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Juicy pan-seared chicken seasoned with chili and cumin, topped with creamy avocado sauce and tangy pickled onions in warm corn tortillas. This Mexican-inspired Cinco de Mayo recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, ground cumin, chili powder 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 pound chicken thigh strips with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; toss to coat evenly.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add seasoned chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned.
  3. Step 3: While chicken cooks, blend 1 whole ripe avocado, 1/3 cup sour cream, and 2 tbsp lime juice in a blender until smooth to make avocado crema.
  4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
  5. Step 5: Assemble tacos by spreading a spoonful of avocado crema on each tortilla, topping with cooked chicken, 1/2 cup pickled red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
  6. Step 6: Serve immediately with extra lime wedges if desired.

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