Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos
A fiery taco dish with grilled chicken and smoky chipotle sauce, inspired by urban street food culture. This mexican-inspired pasta ready in about 55 minutes pairs cubed Chicken breast, Chipotle in adobo, warmed Corn tortillas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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
- 2 lbs, cubed Chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Chipotle in adobo
- 12, warmed Corn tortillas
- 2, diced Avocado
- 1, juiced Lime
- 1/4 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 1 small, sliced Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp lime juice. Rub over 2 lbs cubed chicken breast.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté 1 small onion and 2 minced garlic cloves for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 4: Warm 12 corn tortillas in a dry skillet. Assemble tacos with chicken, avocado, lime juice, cilantro, and onion mixture. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (25 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 Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos?
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 cubed chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos?
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 Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos 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 Pecos Rooftops Spicy Tacos?
Mexican pasta 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.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 30-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
