Caribbean Chicken Tacos

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4.4

51 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    183 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Caribbean Chicken Tacos

 Incredibly tasty Caribbean Chicken Tacos topped with a quick and easy Caribbean salsa featuring mango, pineapple, red onions, and cilantro! The flavors can’t be beat and the whole meal is ready in less than 30 minutes! 

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to ½ inch thickness
  • 1 ½ tablespoons Caribbean seasoning (see note for recipe)
  • 8 taco-sized soft flour tortillas
  • 2 cups cole slaw (without dressing)

Caribbean Salsa

  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • ½ small red onion chopped
  • 1 Mango diced
  • 1 cup pineapple diced
  • ¼ cup cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (about ½ of a juicy lime)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
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Instructions

  1. Prepare the salsa by combining all ingredients in a bowl and stirring well. Cover and chill until ready to use.
  2. Slice chicken breasts into strips (or chop into bite-sized pieces) and place in a bowl. Sprinkle chicken with half of the Caribbean seasoning, stir, then sprinkle with remaining seasoning and toss to coat.
  3. Cook chicken in a large greased pan or skillet over medium heat for 5-8 minutes until cooked through.
  4. To serve, fill each tortilla with cooked chicken, then top with cole slaw and Caribbean salsa. Serve immediately with fresh limes for drizzling if desired.

Notes

  • Stir together all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Homemade Caribbean Seasoning2 teaspoons paprika2 teaspoons cayenne pepper2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons black pepper2 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon brown sugar1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Nutrition Information

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Calories 183kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 54mg (18%) Sodium 461mg (19%) Potassium 628mg (18%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 2067IU (41%) Vitamin C 73mg (81%) Calcium 47mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 183 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 183kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Sodium 461mg 19%
Potassium 628mg 13%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 2067IU 41%
Vitamin C 73mg 81%
Calcium 47mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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