Taco Heaven-Style Spicy Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Lime Slaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-09 · Updated 2026-05-09

Juicy spicy grilled chicken tucked inside warm tortillas with a refreshing cilantro lime slaw for a perfect handheld meal. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, chili powder, ground cumin 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 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tbsp lime juice
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp olive oil. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts and coat evenly with the spice mixture.
2. Step 2: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, toss 2 cups thinly sliced green cabbage with 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, 3 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 cup sour cream, and 1 finely diced jalapeño if using. Mix until slaw is creamy and well coated.
4. Step 4: Warm 8 small flour tortillas on the grill or stovetop for 30 seconds each side. Fill each tortilla with sliced chicken and top with cilantro lime slaw. Serve immediately.