Chile Citrus Chicken Tacos Recipe
Chile Citrus Chicken Red Cabbage Slaw
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Red Cabbage Slaw
Tacos
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together lime juice, orange juice, olive oil, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Making the Red Cabbage Slaw
- 3
Combine Slaw Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced red cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped cilantro.
- 4
Dress the Slaw
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss well to combine.
Cooking the Chicken
- 5
- 6
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Tacos
- 7
- 8
Assemble the Tacos
Slice the cooked chicken and place it on each tortilla. Top with the red cabbage slaw and sliced avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side.