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Certainly! Here's a refined and structured recipe for flavorful chicken tacos:

Flavorful Chicken Tacos Recipe

Ingredients:

• Chicken and Marinade:

  • 5-6 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

• Sauce:

  • 4 chile guajillos, dried
  • 3 Roma tomatoes
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chipotle powder
  • Salt to taste

• Vegetables:

  • 1 white onion, sliced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-2 tbsp oil (olive or vegetable)

• Extras:

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Lime wedges (for serving)
  • Sour cream or chipotle mayo (for serving)
  • Avocado, diced (optional)
  • Corn or flour tortillas

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:

   • In a bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

   • Remove seeds from the chile guajillos and soak them in hot water for about 20 minutes until they soften.
   • In a blender, combine the softened guajillos, Roma tomatoes, smoked paprika, chipotle powder, and some of the soaking liquid. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust salt as needed.

3. Cook the Chicken:

   • In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard any excess marinade) and sear the chicken thighs until golden on both sides, about 6-8 minutes per side.
   • Pour the guajillo sauce over the chicken, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. Shred the chicken in the sauce and keep warm.

4. Sauté the Vegetables:

   • In another skillet, heat the remaining oil. Add the sliced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are caramelized and slightly charred, about 8-10 minutes.

5. Assemble the Tacos:

   • Warm the tortillas on a skillet or directly over a flame until slightly charred and pliable.
   • Spoon the shredded chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Top with the sautéed vegetables, fresh cilantro, diced avocado (if using), a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of chipotle mayo, and a squeeze of lime juice.

6. Serve:

   • Serve the tacos hot with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing.

Enjoy your homemade, flavorful chicken tacos that are sure to be a hit with all who try them!