Crispy Chicken and Poblano Tacos
Marinated chicken, charred veggies, melty cheese, and crispy corn tortillas. Bold flavor in every bite!

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Temp
Medium-High Heat
Yield
6 servings
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken thighs, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 poblano peppers, diced
- 1 lime
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fajita seasoning
- Olive oil
- Corn tortillas
Instructions
1Marinate the chicken. Combine chicken, olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, and fajita seasoning in a bowl. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2Preheat and prep the veggies. Preheat one side of flat top to medium-high heat. Dice the onion and poblano peppers.
3Cook the chicken. Cook chicken on the hot side for 5–6 minutes to get a nice crust. Flip and cook 5–6 more minutes. Move to low heat side.
4Cook the veggies. Add veggies to the side used for the chicken. Stir and cook until softened with charred bits. Move to low heat side.
5Assemble the tacos. Drizzle a little oil on the hot side, place tortilla down. Add cheese, chicken, and veggies. Top with more cheese and fold.
6Crisp and enjoy! Cook until each side is crispy and the cheese is melted. Remove from griddle and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Use fresh lime juice for the brightest flavor.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for extra depth.
- Try pepper jack cheese for a little extra kick!
- Serve with guacamole, sour cream, or your favorite salsa.
