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Honey Mustard Chicken Tacos with Mexican Coleslaw

Honey Mustard Chicken Tacos with Mexican Coleslaw

by Sylvia Hofer
These honey mustard chicken tacos are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. Topped with a Mexican coleslaw, every bite packs a punch of flavor that is sure to impress. 
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 444 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Deep fryer or large skillet
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Thermometer
  • 1 Small bowl

Ingredients
  

 Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ½ cup dried breadcrumbs like panko
  • ½ cup dried grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon dried dill

Mexican Coleslaw:

  • 4 cups shredded cabbage I buy 8 oz bag of shredded coleslaw mix
  • 1 cup drained and cooked corn
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

honey mustard sauce:

  • ¼ cup mayo
  • 3 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 3 tablespoon honey

Additional Ingredients:

  • soft shell tacos
  • cilantro jalapeno, avocado for garnish
  • oil for frying chicken

Instructions
 

Instructions for chicken:

  • Cut chicken into shape of choice. Strips or bite size pieces work great.
  • Whisk eggs and pour over chicken pieces and stir to cover.
  • Mix dry ingredients and seasonings together.
  • Toss chicken strips in the breading mix, making sure they are fully covered, and place on a clean tray.
  • Preheat your deep fryer to 375 degrees F, or fill a large skillet with an inch of oil (I use coconut). Use a thermometer to control temperature and heat it up over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F.
  • Fry breaded chicken pieces until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Instructions for Mexican coleslaw:

  • Add shredded cabbage and cooked corn to a bowl.
  • In a separate small bowl, whisk together remaining coleslaw ingredients and then pour over cabbage and corn.
  • Mix until well combined.

Instructions for honey mustard dressing:

  • Whisk together mayo, mustard and honey until lump-free and smooth.

How to assemble honey mustard chicken wrap:

  • Warm tortillas slightly in oven or microwave.
  • Layer coleslaw down middle of taco shell.
  • Top with fried chicken pieces.
  • Drizzle with honey mustard.
  • Top with fresh cilantro, avocado, sliced jalapenos, etc.

Notes

Optional toppings:
  • Red onion
  • Pico de gallo
  • Crispy Bacon
  • Peach Salsa
  • Green Onions
  • Broccoli slaw

Nutrition

Calories: 444kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 28gFat: 29gSodium: 2507mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14g
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