Ancho-Cumin Chicken Taco Filling

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 9
Ancho-Cumin Chicken Taco Filling
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut up into chunks
1/4 cup cumin powder
1/4 cup dried ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons coconut oil
fresh cilantro
lime wedge
white onion , diced small
radish ( I bought pretty 'purple plum ' radishes at the farmer 's market ! )
tomatillo salsa ( I skipped the tomatillo salsa )
crumbled Cotija cheese
red cabbage or white cabbage

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
350
Sugar
2g
Fat
13g
Ancho-Cumin Chicken Taco Filling is a delicious and spicy way to enjoy chicken. The combination of cumin and ancho chile powder gives the chicken a bold and flavorful taste that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. This recipe is great for a busy weeknight or for entertaining guests. Serve with fresh cilantro, diced onion, sliced radish, tomatillo salsa, crumbled Cotija cheese, and sliced cabbage, and you have a delicious and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.Mix cumin, ancho chile powder, salt, and coconut oil in a large bowl.
3.Add chicken pieces and stir until evenly coated.
4.Pour the chicken into a baking dish and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
5.Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
6.Serve the chicken with fresh cilantro, diced onion, sliced radish, tomatillo salsa, crumbled Cotija cheese, and sliced cabbage on a bed of warm tortillas or over rice.

PROS

This Ancho-Cumin Chicken Taco Filling is packed with flavor and spice, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Not only is it easy to make, it is also versatile and can be served with a variety of sides and toppings.

CONS

The chicken may be spicy for those who are not used to the combination of cumin and ancho chile powder.

It may also be too dry if not cooked properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spices used in this dish, cumin and ancho chile powder, are known for their anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
The chicken is a great source of lean protein.

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