Keto Poblano Chicken Tacos are a savory meal with a reduced carb count. We make these tacos with several kinds of ingredients, such as poblano peppers, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, chicken breast, garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, lime juice, & cilantro. These are the basic products that you have in your home. If they are unavailable, you can get them from markets. These tacos have six g of net carbs in one portion. Keto Poblano Chicken Tacos are ideal for lunches, occasions, sides, events, and dinners. We freeze cooked chicken filling separately for 2 months. These tacos require 45 minutes to prepare completely. They contain a fresh and creamy taste in all bites. Serve these poblano chicken tacos with avocado lime, keto chicken tortilla, guacamole, or cauliflower Mexican rice.
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STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Cook duration: 25 minutes
- Portion size: 2 stuffed poblano halves
- Cooking mode: Stovetop, Oven
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Normal
- Overall time: 45 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Skillet
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Tongs
- Bowls
INGREDIENTS:
- Half tsp. garlic powder
- Four big poblano peppers
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. cilantro
- 500 g chicken breast
- Half a cup of mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon. chili powder
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp. cumin powder
- One tbsp. olive oil
- Half tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup red onion
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese gives it a smooth and sharp taste. You can use Gouda or mozzarella, which can be substituted.
OLIVE OIL:
- Extra virgin oil provides a robust taste and beneficial fats, along with certain carbs. I substitute avocado oil, which is a wonderful flavorless option.
POBLANO PEPPERS:
- Poblano peppers provide a spicy taste and a smoky flavor. You can swap it with green bell peppers, anaheim peppers, or jalapeños.
SOUR CREAM:
- Sour cream gives this meal a tangy and creamy flavor. Greek yogurt isn’t keto, so don’t use it. We can substitute heavy cream with a tiny amount of lemon juice.
MOZZARELLA CHEESE:
- This cheese gives these tacos an elastic texture. To make a non-dairy version of this meal, you can use either vegan or high-fat mozzarella.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- We set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Then apply the parchment paper to the sheet.
- Make slices of the poblano peppers and cut out the seeds.
- Put the cut poblano peppers on the sheet.
- Roast the slices for fifteen minutes till skins lightly burn.
- We gently heat the olive oil in a pan.
- Coat the chicken with the seasoning.
- Cook the seasoned chicken for eight minutes till all the corners are perfectly cooked.
- Monitor the temperature, which should be 165 degrees F.
- Leave the chicken to sit for five minutes, then make shreds of the chicken.
- Put the chicken filling in the roasted poblano halves and place them on the tray.
- Sprinkle some mozzarella & cheddar cheese.
- Then bake for seven minutes till cheese melts.
- Top it with cilantro, sour cream, red onion, & lime juice, and then serve.
TIPS:
- You can roast the peppers till lightly charred to create a deep flavor.
- We use chicken thighs to provide a rich taste to the tacos.
- Include the chopped jalapeño in the filling so it will make this dish spicier.
- Don’t add a lot of filling to the peppers, as they will split.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Avocado Lime Salad
- Keto Mexican Coleslaw
SIDES:
- Cauliflower Mexican Rice
- Zucchini Noodles with Cilantro
DIPS:
- Guacamole
- Keto Salsa Verde
SOUPS:
- Keto Chicken Tortilla
- Creamy Avocado
STORAGE INFORMATION
FRIDGE:
- Place it in a closed vessel for three days.
FREEZER:
- Put the cooked chicken filling individually and store it for 60 days.
FAQs:
Are these poblano peppers spicy?
- Yes, these poblano peppers are mildly spicy, so add the jalapenos along with them if you like heat.
Can I make these tacos on the grill?
- Sure, you can slowly make the chicken and peppers on the grill till they are perfectly prepared.
Can I prepare these poblano chicken tacos without dairy?
- Yes, use the avocado slices to make a creamy texture and skip the sour cream & cheese to prepare them vegan.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Proteins: 36 g
Calories: 380 kcal
Fats: 24 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Sugar: 3 g
Net carbs: 6 g
Portion size: 2 stuffed poblano halves
Fiber: 2 g
Total carbs: 8 g