Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Chicken Tacos


  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 tacos 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Sriracha Chicken

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 3 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)

For the Crunchy Slaw

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage (red, green, or a mix)
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon honey

For the Creamy Sriracha Sauce

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt to taste

For Assembling the Tacos

  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Marinade

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together Sriracha, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Add the chicken to the bowl, ensuring it’s evenly coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 8 hours for deeper flavor).

Step 2: Make the Slaw

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Drizzle with rice vinegar, lime juice, honey, and salt. Toss well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

Step 3: Cook the Chicken

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
  3. Remove from the heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Step 4: Make the Creamy Sriracha Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or sour cream), Sriracha, lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.

Step 5: Assemble the Tacos

  1. Warm the tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over a gas flame for about 30 seconds per side.
  2. Fill each tortilla with sliced chicken, a scoop of crunchy slaw, sliced avocado, and crumbled cheese.
  3. Drizzle with creamy Sriracha sauce and serve with lime wedges on the side.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Marinating Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos per person
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 32g