Spicy Lemon Chicken and Cabbage Tacos Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Spicy Lemon Chicken and Cabbage Tacos Recipe combines zesty flavors with tender chicken and crunchy cabbage for a delicious meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering, these tacos are sure to please.

The recipe is straightforward and can be customized with your favorite toppings, making it a versatile choice for taco night.

Zesty Chicken and Cabbage Tacos

These tacos feature marinated chicken cooked to perfection, served in warm tortillas with fresh cabbage for crunch. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 small corn or flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cabbage
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and no longer pink. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Tacos: Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Layer shredded cabbage on each tortilla, followed by sliced chicken.
Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.