One of the most simple and beloved Mexican recipes, because it’s quick, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser—Chicken Tacos with Salsa Verde (Tacos de Pollo con Salsa Verde)! 🌮
📸 Easy Chicken Tacos with Salsa Verde
(Tender Spiced Chicken + Zesty Green Sauce)
Ingredients (serves 4):
For the chicken:
- 2 chicken breasts (or thighs), diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Juice of ½ lime
For the salsa verde:
- 8-10 tomatillos, husked & rinsed
- 1 jalapeño (remove seeds for less heat)
- ½ onion, chopped
- 1 garlic clove
- ½ cup cilantro
- Salt to taste
To serve:
- 8 corn tortillas (warmed)
- Toppings: diced onion, cilantro, crumbled queso fresco (or feta), lime wedges, avocado slices
Instructions (20 mins total):
1️⃣ Cook chicken:
- Toss diced chicken with oil, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Heat a pan over medium-high, cook chicken for 5-6 mins until golden. Set aside.
2️⃣ Make salsa verde:
- Boil tomatillos and jalapeño in water for 5 mins until soft. Drain.
- Blend with onion, garlic, cilantro, and salt until smooth.
3️⃣ Assemble tacos:
- Warm tortillas (dry pan or microwave).
- Fill with chicken, drizzle salsa verde, and top with onions, cilantro, cheese, and avocado.
Serving Suggestion:
🍹 Pair with margaritas or an icy horchata!
Variations:
- Vegetarian? Swap chicken for sautéed mushrooms or black beans.
- Extra creamy? Add a drizzle of crema (or sour cream).