Zesty Spicy Mango Salsa Chicken Tacos with Jicama Slaw
Get ready for a taste of sunshine with these vibrant spicy mango salsa chicken tacos! Tender, juicy chicken is infused with bold Mexican spices and then piled high in warm tortillas with a sweet and spicy mango salsa that will make your taste buds sing. The addition of a crunchy and refreshing jicama slaw provides the perfect cool contrast to the heat. These spicy mango salsa chicken tacos are quick enough for a weeknight but exciting enough for a fun Tuesday fiesta. The combination of flavors and textures makes these tacos an unforgettable culinary adventure. Prepare for a burst of freshness and a little kick with every bite of these fantastic spicy mango salsa chicken tacos.
Ingredients
For the Spicy Mango Salsa Chicken:
1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into ½-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
½ red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional, for extra heat)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
For the Jicama Slaw:
1 cup jicama, peeled and julienned
½ cup red cabbage, thinly shredded
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pinch of salt
12 small corn or flour tortillas, warmed
Optional toppings: crumbled cotija cheese, sour cream, avocado slices
Instructions
1
Make the Spicy Mango Salsa:
In a medium bowl, gently combine the diced mango, diced red onion, minced jalapeño (if using), chopped cilantro, and lime juice.
2
Stir everything together and set aside to allow the flavors to meld while you cook the chicken.
3
Cook the Spicy Chicken:
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4
Add the diced chicken to the skillet and season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
5
Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, or until it's cooked through and lightly browned, stirring occasionally.
6
Prepare the Jicama Slaw:
In a medium bowl, toss the julienned jicama and shredded red cabbage with chopped cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set aside.
7
Assemble the Tacos:
Warm the corn or flour tortillas according to package instructions.
8
Fill each warm tortilla with the spicy cooked chicken.
9
Top generously with the fresh mango salsa and a spoonful of the jicama slaw.
10
Add any other desired toppings like crumbled cotija cheese, sour cream, or avocado slices.
11
Serve immediately and enjoy these flavorful spicy mango salsa chicken tacos!
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