This post was sponsored by my friends at the CHI-CHI’S® brand.

I cannot believe that it’s already May! I look forward to Cinco De Mayo every year and this time around is no different. Of course, the celebrations will be a little unusual compared to previous years but there are still tons of ways to partake in the fun at home—trust me! Keep reading to see how I plan on celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a virtual happy hour and a quick recipe for tacos using my favorite salsa from the CHI-CHI’S® brand!

What is Cinco De Mayo?

Cinco de Mayo commemorates a Mexican military victory over French forces in 1862, however, it’s not as widely celebrated in Mexico as it is in the United States. It’s a holiday known for yummy libations, mariachi music, vivid colors, and of course, food!

How You Can Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Me?

How You Can Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Me?

Most of our usual spots for celebrating Cinco de Mayo are only offering take out and delivery so we need to get a little creative this year. One brand is making it easy for us to have in-home fiestas! The makers of CHI-CHI’S® products, the nation’s celebration-focused salsa, tortilla and chip brand, is partnering with the Mariachi Heritage Foundation to make the day special. Tune in to a live, virtual happy hour on YouTube with mariachi band members to celebrate “Singo de Mayo” this Tuesday, May 5 from 6-7 p.m. CT. Up to 200 fans across the country will be serenaded with classical mariachi music you’ll want to dance to!

As part of the celebration, the company will donate $10,000 to the Mariachi Heritage Foundation to assist its many members who find themselves out of work or falling on hard times. Participants are also welcome to donate to the cause here: https://www.mariachiheritagefoundation.org/donate.html.

Let’s Talk About Tacos!

As promised, I am sharing my easy taco recipe with you using my favorite CHI-CHI’S ® Thick ‘n Chunky Medium and Mild Salsa. These are an easy and delicious way to add excitement to Cinco de Mayo recipes with a flavorful bite of heat – a party in your mouth with every bite! You can’t celebrate “Sing de Mayo” without amazing food, right?!

Healthy Chicken Tacos

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Marination 4 hours hrs

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

  

Chicken Marinade

• 3 Medium Cloves Garlic
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Red Onion
• 2 Cups Chopped Fresh Cilantro
• 3 Jalapenos Chopped
• 1/2 Cup Light Mayo
• 2 Tablespoons CHI-CHI’S ® Thick ‘n Chunky Medium Salsa or Mild Salsa
• 1.5 Tablespoons White Vinegar
• 2 Teaspoons Gulden's Mustard
• 1/2 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
• 1/4 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Other Ingredient

• 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
• Lettuce Cups I used Romaine but you can also use Bibb/Boston

Instructions

 

Making the Marinade

• Saute the onion in a small skillet with 1 teaspoon of the oil until soft, 3 to 4 minutes.
• Transfer to the blender then add the remaining oil, mayo, vinegar, salsa, mustard, salt and pepper.
• Then add the chopped jalapeno, cilantro and garlic and blend on high speed until the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.
• Once fully blended marinate both of your chicken breasts with half of the sauce and use the rest for a taco topping. Ideally I marinate my chicken overnight but if you are crunched for time 3-4 hours is sufficient enough.
• Once marinated let the meat come to room temperature.
• Heat a skillet- I use Lodge Cast Iron on medium heat.
• Add EVOO to the pan and cook the chicken breasts until they are cooked through.
• Let your chicken rest for 10 minutes and then slice.
• Place chicken strips in lettuce cups and top with your favorite cheese, cilantro, jalapenos, onions, Chi Chi's salsa and reserved sauce that we made earlier.
• Enjoy!

Keyword cinco de mayo recipes, healthy recipes, healthy tacos

Be sure to tune into the “Singo De Mayo” Virtual Party with me and let’s celebrate!