Charred Chile–Marinated Grilled Chicken Tacos
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with these Charred Chile–Marinated Grilled Chicken Tacos. This dish combines juicy marinated chicken with homemade corn tortillas and fresh tomatillo salsa, creating an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The smoky and spicy notes of the marinade will fill your home with irresistible aromas, inviting everyone to join around the table. With easy preparation, customizable toppings, and the ability to make ahead, these tacos are sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (two tacos per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 garlic cloves
- 5 dried guajillo chiles
- 3 dried chiles de árbol
- 2 small onions
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1.5 tablespoons kosher salt
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs
- 12 homemade corn tortillas
- Tomatillo salsa cruda
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, char garlic and dried chiles until blackened.
- Char onion wedges until sweet and caramelized; add them to the blender with charred garlic and spices.
- Blend all marinade ingredients until smooth; let cool before marinating chicken.
- Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least one hour in the fridge.
- Grill marinated chicken on high heat until cooked through; shred once cooled.
- Serve shredded chicken on warm homemade tortillas topped with tomatillo salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg