Chipotle Chicken Smash Tacos with Oaxaca Cheese

1.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

2.Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

3.Add the shredded chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for about 5-7 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.

4.While the chicken mixture is cooking, heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly toast each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable. Remove and set aside.

5.In the same skillet used for the tortillas, add a little more oil if needed and scoop a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Use a spatula to gently smash the chicken down into the tortilla, pressing it firmly to create a flat, cohesive layer.

6.Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded Oaxaca cheese over the smashed chicken on each tortilla. Allow the cheese to melt slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

7.Carefully transfer the smashed tacos to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.