Description
These Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Tacos are bursting with fresh flavors! The marinated honey-lime chicken is grilled to perfection and paired with a creamy avocado slaw, all wrapped in warm, soft corn tortillas. This easy and refreshing meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or weekend gathering.
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 tbsp honey
- Juice + zest of 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, minced (optional)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
- Salt to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice and zest, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side, until caramelized and fully cooked through (internal temp of 165°F/74°C). Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Make the Avocado Slaw: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Add the shredded cabbage, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro. Stir gently until creamy but still chunky. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or directly on the grill for 15–20 seconds per side, until warm, pliable, and lightly charred. Keep them wrapped in a towel to stay warm.
- Assemble the Tacos: Layer each tortilla with slices of grilled chicken and a generous scoop of avocado slaw. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for longer (up to 4 hours) for a deeper taste.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity to control the heat level of the avocado slaw.
- You can substitute flour tortillas if preferred, but corn tortillas add a great texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Main Dish, Tacos, Grilled
- Method: Grilling, No-Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: Unknown
- Sugar: Unknown
- Sodium: Unknown
- Fat: Unknown
- Saturated Fat: Unknown
- Unsaturated Fat: Unknown
- Trans Fat: Unknown
- Carbohydrates: Unknown
- Fiber: Unknown
- Protein: Unknown
- Cholesterol: Unknown
