Spicy Honey-Lime Chicken Tacos

Jalapeños, honey and a splash of lime give these slightly sweet, spicy tacos their signature flavor. A quick and easy slaw takes this taco up a notch from great to awesome.
Prep 30 Minutes
Total 30 Minutes
Servings 10

Ingredient List

Slaw

  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions

Tacos

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 4 or 5 thighs)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 box (10 count) Old El Paso™ Stand 'N Stuff™ Hint of Lime flavored taco shells, heated as directed on box
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Preparation

  1. In medium bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, 1 1/2 teaspoons honey and the salt. Add cabbage and green onions; stir to coat. Set aside.
  2. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Add bell pepper, jalapeño chile and taco seasoning mix; continue to cook 2 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly, until chicken is cooked through. Stir in 2 tablespoons lime juice and 2 tablespoons honey; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until juices are slightly thickened.
  3. Divide chicken filling among warm shells. Top with slaw.

Expert Tips

  • Try this additional fresh topping: thinly sliced radishes.
  • If you like your tacos with extra heat, try using a serrano chile in place of the jalapeño.

Nutrition

  • 1 Serving Calories 190 (Calories from Fat 70);  Total Fat 8g (Saturated Fat 2 1/2g ,Trans Fat 0g);  Cholesterol 55mg;  Sodium 360mg;  Potassium 160mg;  Total Carbohydrate 16g (Dietary Fiber 1g ,Sugars 6g);  Protein 13g
  • % Daily Value: Vitamin A 8%;  Vitamin C 20%;  Calcium 4%;  Iron 6%
  • Exchanges: 1 Other Carbohydrate;  2 Very Lean Meat;  1 1/2 Fat
  • Carbohydrate Choice: 1
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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