Smoky Chipotle Chicken with Chunky Pistachio Sauce

 

๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐Ÿ’š Smoky Chipotle Chicken with Chunky Pistachio Sauce

Bold. Creamy. Unexpected. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ
Juicy chipotle-seasoned chicken meets a lively chunky sauce made with avocado, pistachios, lemon, herbs, and chives. Itโ€™s like vibrant guac met elegant gremolataโ€”and they created magic together. Your taste buds won’t see it coming! ๐Ÿ—๐Ÿฅ‘โœจ


๐Ÿ“‹ Ingredients (Serves 4)

Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4โ€“6 pieces)
  • 2ยฝโ€“3 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • โ…› tsp chipotle powder (or ยผ tsp smoked paprika for mild heat)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

Chunky Pistachio Sauce:

  • 1 large avocado, diced (firm, not overripe) ๐Ÿฅ‘
  • ยฝ cup roasted, salted pistachios
  • ยฝ cup packed cilantro leaves
  • About ยฝ oz chives (or green onion tips), finely chopped ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Juice + zest of 1 lemon ๐Ÿ‹
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • ยฝ tsp kosher salt (more to taste)