Ridiculously Good Chicken Tacos with Green Sauce Recipe
These Ridiculously Good Chicken Tacos with Green Sauce deliver juicy, flavorful chicken thighs seasoned with taco spices and air fried to perfection. Topped with a creamy, tangy avocado and cilantro green sauce, and garnished with cotija cheese, lime, and fresh onion, these tacos are a quick, delicious meal perfect for any taco lover.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated (or 1 tsp garlic paste, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 2-3 tablespoons taco seasoning (Siete brand recommended)
Green Sauce
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 3-ounce chunk of cotija cheese
- 1 big handful cilantro stems and leaves (roughly 1/2 cup)
- 1 clove garlic
- Juice of 1-2 limes (about 2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons water (more as needed)
To Serve
- Tortillas
- Limes, cilantro, and diced onion for topping
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Trim any excess fat off the chicken thighs if desired. In a bowl, toss the chicken with soy sauce, avocado oil, and grated garlic. Sprinkle with taco seasoning and mix thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the basket of an air fryer. Cook at 400°F (204°C) for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is golden, crusty on the outside, juicy, and cooked through. Alternatively, see notes for stovetop method.
- Make the Green Sauce: While the chicken cooks, prepare the sauce by blending avocado, mayo, cotija cheese, cilantro, garlic clove, lime juice, and water in a food processor or blender. Adjust the water to reach your desired consistency—add more if too thick, or more avocado/mayo if too thin.
- Chop the Chicken: When cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes to retain juices. Then roughly chop or shred into bite-sized pieces. Squeeze additional fresh lime juice over the chicken for brightness.
- Assemble and Serve: Warm your tortillas, then add a dollop of the green sauce. Top with a generous portion of the juicy chicken, and finish with fresh cilantro leaves and diced onion. Add extra lime and sauce to taste. Enjoy your delicious chicken tacos!
Notes
- If you don’t have an air fryer, cook the seasoned chicken thighs on a skillet over medium heat with a bit of oil, about 6-8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Adjust taco seasoning amount based on your spice preference.
- For a creamier sauce, increase the avocado or mayo slightly.
- Use corn or flour tortillas depending on preference or dietary needs.
