Quick Mexican Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

Juicy chicken strips seasoned with smoky spices, served in warm tortillas topped with a vibrant cilantro lime slaw for a fresh and fast taco dinner. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs chicken breast, olive oil, and chili powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 small corn tortillas
• 2 cups green cabbage, thinly shredded
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and toss with 2 tbsp olive oil and the spice mix until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken strips for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and lightly browned.
3. Step 3: In another bowl, combine 2 cups thinly shredded green cabbage, 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, and 1 tsp honey. Toss well to create a tangy cilantro lime slaw.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Assemble tacos by placing cooked chicken strips in each tortilla and topping with the cilantro lime slaw. Serve immediately.