Description
Mexican-inspired honey mustard chicken tacos bring zesty flavors dancing across your plate. Juicy chicken draped in sweet-tangy sauce nestles into warm tortillas, creating a quick weeknight dinner that delights hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 16 frozen chicken strips
- 1 cup keto honey mustard sauce (substitute with store-bought honey mustard or make your own with regular honey)
Vegetable Base:
- 1 12-ounce bag broccoli slaw mix (or regular coleslaw)
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 1 cup keto mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons besti monk fruit and allulose sweetener (substitute with regular sugar for non-keto)
- Pink salt, to taste
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
Tortillas:
- 8 keto tortillas (substitute with regular taco-size tortillas for non-keto)
Instructions
- Prepare the broccoli slaw by whisking together mayonnaise, vinegar, sweetener, pink salt, and cracked black pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Refrigerate the slaw mixture to allow flavors to meld and ingredients to chill, creating a crisp and tangy topping.
- Preheat a skillet or cooking surface to medium-high heat for even and consistent chicken preparation.
- Cook chicken strips according to package instructions, ensuring they become golden brown and crispy on the outside while maintaining a juicy interior.
- Simultaneously, warm tortillas in a separate skillet, gently heating each side until they become flexible and slightly toasted.
- As an alternative method, wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for a quick 15-30 second warm-up.
- Construct the tacos by laying two crispy chicken strips onto each warm tortilla.
- Layer a generous spoonful of chilled broccoli slaw atop the chicken strips.
- Finish the tacos by drizzling honey mustard sauce over the top, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of crispy chicken, tangy slaw, and sweet-savory sauce.
Notes
- Prep the broccoli slaw ahead of time to let flavors meld and chill for a crisp, refreshing topping.
- Choose crispy chicken strips for a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy slaw.
- Warm tortillas thoroughly to prevent cracking and enhance their flexibility for easy rolling.
- Balance the tangy honey mustard sauce with the cool, creamy broccoli slaw for a flavor explosion.
- Quick 15-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights or fast lunch options.
- Customize taco fillings by swapping chicken with grilled fish or plant-based protein for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg