Juicy lime-chili marinated chicken tucked into warm tortillas with crunchy cabbage slaw and a creamy Baja sauce. Fresh, zesty, and perfect for taco night—ready in about 30 minutes.
1 1/2poundsboneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
2tablespoonsolive oil
1lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)
1teaspoonchili powder
1/2teaspoonground cumin
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoongarlic powder
1/2teaspoononion powder
salt and black pepper, to taste
8smallcorn or flour tortillas
2cupsshredded cabbage or slaw mix
2tablespoonslime juice (for slaw)
1tablespoonolive oil (for slaw)
1/4cupchopped fresh cilantro (divided)
1/3cupsour cream or Greek yogurt
2tablespoonsmayonnaise
1tablespoonlime juice (for sauce)
1/2teaspoongarlic powder (for sauce)
hot sauce or minced jalapeño, to taste (optional)
sliced avocado, for serving (optional)
lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat; marinate at least 20 minutes (up to 2 hours).
Make the slaw: toss cabbage with lime juice, olive oil, a pinch of salt, and half of the cilantro. Set aside.
Stir the Baja sauce: mix sour cream (or Greek yogurt), mayonnaise, lime juice, remaining cilantro, garlic powder, and hot sauce or minced jalapeño if using. Chill until serving.
Heat a grill pan, outdoor grill, or large skillet over medium-high. Lightly oil the surface and cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side, until charred in spots and cooked through (165°F/74°C). Rest 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and pliable.
Assemble tacos: layer sliced chicken in tortillas, add slaw, drizzle with Baja sauce, and top with avocado and extra cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with lime wedges.