These Buffalo Chicken Slaw Tacos combine spicy, shredded chicken with a crunchy slaw for a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or a fun gathering, this tacos recipe is sure to please.
The recipe is easy to follow and can be customized with your favorite toppings such as avocado, cilantro, or extra hot sauce.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Tacos with Crunchy Slaw
This tacos recipe features tender buffalo chicken topped with a refreshing slaw made from cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions or cilantro for garnish
- Blue cheese crumbles for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until well coated.
- Make the Slaw: In another bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: Place a generous amount of buffalo chicken on each tortilla, followed by a scoop of the slaw.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with chopped green onions, cilantro, and blue cheese crumbles if desired. Serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g