Description
Enjoy a fusion of crispy chicken and bold Asian flavors with these Crunchy Asian-Style Chicken Tacos. Juicy, savory chicken is tossed in a flavorful sauce, paired with a refreshing slaw, and served in crispy taco shells for the perfect balance of crunch and taste. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or entertaining guests!
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
1 lb chicken breast, cut into small strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
For the Slaw:
1/2 cup shredded cabbage
1/4 cup shredded carrots
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
For Assembly:
8 small crunchy taco shells
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Stir well.
- Sauce the Chicken: Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken, tossing to coat evenly. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Make the Slaw: In a separate bowl, mix shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, and cilantro.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each crunchy taco shell with the chicken mixture, top with slaw, and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
- Serve: Garnish with lime wedges and enjoy!
Notes
Spicy Kick: Add extra chili flakes or drizzle with sriracha.
Protein Swap: Use shrimp, tofu, or crispy pork instead of chicken.
Soft Taco Option: Substitute crunchy shells with small flour tortillas.
Extra Crunch: Add crushed peanuts or crispy wonton strips.
Gluten-Free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free taco shells.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Tacos
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 275 kcal per serving
