ADOBO LIME CHICKEN TACOS
While the word “adobo” might be a familiar presence in your pantry or recipe collection, this Latin seasoning has still maintained a somewhat mysterious presence to many American’s when it comes to cooking, thanks in large part to its culturally complicated—and somewhat confusing—background.
Though the history and definition of adobo is complex and ever-evolving, this classic spice mixture has come to be a staple of kitchens across Latin America and the world. Existing as both a dry spice blend and a marinade, the flavors of adobo can range from the strong garlicky flavor in the dry blend to the fiery red chili that gives the flavorful marinade its signature heat.
Adobo is the ultimate marinating spice blend, with a name that comes from the Spanish word “adobar,” meaning, “to marinade.” Through the years, this term evolved from being a blanket description for all marinating in Spanish cooking to refer to a specific blend of spices and ingredients, now most prominently used in Mexican and Latin American cooking.
Not to be confused with Filipino adobo—the national dish of the Philippines, consisting of a protein or vegetables marinated in soy, vinegar, garlic, and a variety of spices and simmered in its own marinade—Mexican Adobo is a spice blend with origins that stretch back to their Spanish conquerors.
INGREDIENTS
• 2 cups skinless, boneless roasted chicken breast, shredded
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided
• 2 tablespoons light sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup packaged broccoli slaw mix
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
• 2 radishes, sliced thin
• 8 taco shells
• 1/2 cup salsa verde
DIRECTIONS
Toss chicken with 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro and the next 6 ingredients (through black pepper) in a medium bowl.
Toss slaw mix with rice vinegar, radish, and remaining 1 tablespoon cilantro. Divide chicken and slaw evenly among taco shells. Serve with salsa.
MACROS
Calories per serving 248
Fat per serving 7g
Protein per serving 23g
Carbohydrate per serving 21g
Fiber per serving 2g
Sodium per serving 357