High Protein Chipotle Tacos

Elevate your taco night with these bold and nutritious High Protein Chipotle Tacos! Packed with tender, spiced chicken breast, hearty black beans, and the smoky kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, these tacos deliver maximum flavor with every bite. A quick sauté of onion, garlic, and warming spices like cumin and smoked paprika infuses the filling with a tantalizing aroma. Topped with creamy avocado, tangy Greek yogurt, and fresh cilantro, these tacos offer a perfect balance of protein, healthy fats, and vibrant zest. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re a great choice for a weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lime for a zesty finish and enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Perfect for taco lovers seeking a high-protein, satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken breast
• 400 grams black beans
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 corn tortillas
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 lime
• 1 avocado
• 150 grams greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Dice the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the chicken pieces, chipotle peppers, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, approximately 7-8 minutes.

Step 6

Meanwhile, rinse and drain the black beans.

Step 7

Add the black beans to the skillet and continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and well mixed.

Step 8

Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.

Step 9

Assemble the tacos by placing a spoonful of the chicken and bean mixture onto each tortilla.

Step 10

Dice the avocado and sprinkle it over the assembled tacos.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh cilantro and a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Step 12

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for added flavor and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2099.7 grams (2099.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3104

Total Fat 90.80g	116%
Saturated Fat 15.00g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.90g
Cholesterol 435mg	145%
Sodium 5684mg	247%
Total Carbohydrate 369.70g	134%
Dietary Fiber 76.80g	274%
Total Sugars 22.80g
Protein 214.40g	429%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 805mg	62%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 3786mg	81%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.9%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 46.9%