The amount of times I crave tacos during the week is insane. They’re so versatile and customizable! The salsa verde shredded chicken in this recipe can also serve as a protein source for bowls throughout the week if you aren’t feeling tacos! But seriously, the tacos themselves are delicious.

This recipe is so simple and comes together in just 25 minutes. You’ll cook your chicken first, and while that’s going, you’ll make the avocado crema. The crema is a perfect base for the tortillas as it keeps the chicken in place. Then serve with your favorite toppings and dig in.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Salsa Verde Chicken

  • Chicken breasts
  • Salsa verde
  • Avocado oil
  • Sea salt

For the Avocado Crema

  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Lime juice
  • Cilantro
  • Avocado
  • Jalapeño
  • Honey
  • Sea salt

Taco Add-Ins

  • Warm tortillas (corn or flour, whichever you prefer)
  • Pickled onions
  • Shredded Lettuce
  • Feta crumbles

Why You’ll Love These Tacos

  • Leftover-friendly – Make once, eat all week in different ways.
  • Flavor-packed – The tangy salsa verde + avocado crema makes for a dreamy combo.
  • Customizable toppings – pickled onions, shredded lettuce, feta, or whatever you love!

How to Make Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos

Cook the chicken – Season chicken breasts with salt. Heat avocado oil in a skillet, then sear the chicken 2-3 minutes per side.

Simmer in salsa – Pour salsa verde over chicken. Cover, reduce heat, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

Make the crema – While the chicken cooks, add the crema ingredients to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Shred the chicken – Remove chicken from the skillet and shred with two forks (or use a stand mixer). Return to the sauce and stir to coat.

Heat tortillas over an open flame or hot skillet until lightly charred. Spread the avocado crema on each tortilla, pile on the salsa verde chicken, and finish with your toppings of choice.

Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos with Avocado Crema

Servings: 1
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Author: Monica Echeverri
These salsa verde chicken tacos are perfect to prep ahead for busy weeknights. Save the leftover chicken and avocado crema to enjoy in bowls or other meals throughout the week!
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Ingredients
 

Salsa Verde Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 12 oz salsa verde
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • pinch of salt

Avocado Crema

  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/3 cup lime juice
  • 1/2 cup cilantro
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeds removed
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • pinch of salt

Taco Additions

  • corn tortillas
  • pickled onions
  • shredded lettuce
  • feta crumbles
  • squeeze of lime

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken breasts with salt. Sear them on a hot skillet with the avocado oil on each side for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the salsa to the chicken, cover with a lid, and lower heat to a simmer. Cook covered for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the crema by adding all of the ingredients to a food processor or high-speed blender and blend until creamy.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and shred with two forks or in a standing mixer. Place it back in the sauce.
  • Heat up your favorite tortillas over an open flame on the stove or on a hot skillet.
  • Assemble your tacos! Add the crema on the bottom, place the chicken on top and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!