Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw
Sweet and spicy Korean-inspired chicken tacos served with a refreshing cabbage slaw and sesame seeds. This korean-inspired curry (vegetarian option) ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes chicken thighs, gochujang, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp gochujang
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 head, shredded napa cabbage
- 1/2 cup, julienned carrots
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger. Add 1.5 lb chicken cubes and marinate for 20 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside.
- Step 3: Toss 1 head shredded napa cabbage, 1/2 cup julienned carrots, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Serve chicken in 8 small corn tortillas with slaw on top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep gochujang from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Korean-Style Chicken Tacos with Slaw vegetarian option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made these for my kids and they devoured them. The Korean twist on tacos is a hit!
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The slaw was the perfect crunch to balance the spicy chicken.
- ★★★★☆
Cooking time was longer than expected due to the chicken marinating, but the flavor was worth it.
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