Smoky Tex-Mex Fiesta Cookout

Allergens

Dairy (queso fresco)

Ingredients

• 1. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each) 2. 1 cup prepared salsa verde 3. 1 cup queso fresco, crumbled 4. 8 corn tortillas 5. 2 tbsp vegetable oil 6. 1 tbsp chili powder 7. 1 tbsp paprika 8. 1 tsp ground cumin 9. 1 tsp garlic powder 10. Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken breasts in a mix of salsa verde, chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium high heat.
3. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6 7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and slightly charred.
4. While the chicken is cooking, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat and lightly fry the tortillas one at a time until crisp.
5. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before thinly slicing it.
6. Assemble your Smoky Tex Mex Fiesta by layering sliced chicken, salsa verde, and crumbled queso fresco on top of the fried tortillas.
7. Serve immediately with a side of warm black beans and rice for a complete meal.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this dish is in the marination of the chicken, which infuses it with the rich flavors of salsa verde, chili powder, and paprika.

Notes

To amp up the smokiness of this dish, you can add a few drops of liquid smoke to the chicken marinade.