Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCHICA MiamiCrispy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Crispy Chicken Tacos Recipe

Inspired by CHICA Miami
Time1h
Serves4

Garlic Mole, Red Onion, Cilantro

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Ingredients

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Taco Filling

Garlic Mole Sauce

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and crispy. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Garlic Mole Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Prep the Ancho Chilies

    Remove the stems and seeds from the dried ancho chilies. Soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.

  2. 4

    Make the Mole Sauce

    In a blender, combine the softened ancho chilies, roasted garlic, chicken broth, tomato paste, cumin, salt, and sugar. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Stir in lime juice.

Taco Assembly

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet, warm the corn tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Tacos

    Place sliced chicken on each tortilla, drizzle with garlic mole sauce, and top with sliced red onion and chopped cilantro.

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