Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Guayaba y Jengibre

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Guayaba y Jengibre is a delightful Mexican snack featuring tender chicken enveloped in soft tortillas, complemented by a vibrant guava and ginger sauce. This unique flavor combination brings a tropical twist to traditional tacos, perfect for an exciting meal.

Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Guayaba y Jengibre
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Mexican
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams
  • Corn tortillas - 4 pieces
  • Guava paste - 100 grams
  • Fresh ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Avocado - 1 small, sliced

Steps

  1. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the chicken breast to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan, let it rest for a few minutes, then shred it using two forks.
  4. In the same pan, add the guava paste, grated ginger, and lime juice, stirring until the paste melts into a sauce.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the pan and mix well with the guava sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until pliable.
  7. Assemble the tacos by placing the guava chicken mixture on each tortilla, topping with fresh cilantro and avocado slices.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Tacos de Pollo en Salsa de Guayaba y Jengibre!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle health.
  • Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from guava and ginger, supporting immune function.

Tags

MexicanHalalSnack