Churu Chicken Amarillo Tacos Flavorful and Easy Meal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons amarillo chili paste (or fresh yellow chili puree)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 whole avocado, sliced
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until it’s heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the amarillo chili paste, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- While the chicken is simmering, heat the corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- To assemble the tacos, place a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla.
- Top with fresh cilantro and avocado slices. Serve with a wedge of lime on the side for squeezing over the tacos.
💡 Chef's Notes
Arrange the tacos on a wooden board, garnishing with extra cilantro and lime wedges for a fresh look. Consider serving alongside a small bowl of your favorite salsa.