Sweet Potato and Spinach Chicken Tacos

How to Make Sweet Potato and Spinach Chicken Tacos

Unexpected taco fillings are all the rage on the food truck scene. Make these rich and savory versions at home!


5 min prep time


20 min cook time


4servings


1 taco

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Step-By-Step Instructions:

  1. In a large nonstick pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the spinach and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add the sweet potato, cumin, black pepper, and water to the pan. Sauté for 2 minutes. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 8 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken to the pan and mix to incorporate. Heat for 2 minutes.
  4. Fill each tortilla with 1/4 of the chicken and sweet potato mixture. Top with 1 Tsp. of sour cream and 2 Tbsp. of pico de gallo.
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Nutrition facts

4 Servings



  • Serving Size

    1 taco


  • Amount per serving



    Calories





    250

  • % Daily value*

  • Total Fat
    10g

    13%

    • Saturated Fat
      2g

      10%
    • Trans Fats
      0g

  • Cholesterol
    35mg

    12%

  • Sodium
    190mg

    8%

  • Total Carbohydrate
    28g

    10%

    • Dietary Fiber
      7g

      25%
    • Total Sugars
      4g

  • Protein
    18g

  • Potassium
    1300mg

    28%

Ingredients

olive oil
1 1/2 tbsp

garlic (minced)
1 clove

baby spinach
24 oz

large sweet potato (peeled and diced)
1 (about 8 oz)

cumin
1/4 tsp

black pepper
1/4 tsp

water
4 tbsp

cooked shredded chicken
1 cup

6-inch corn tortillas (warmed)
4

light sour cream
4 tsp

pico de gallo or salsa
1/2 cup