Description
Jerk Chicken Tacos are a vibrant fusion of Caribbean spices and traditional taco freshness that will transport your taste buds straight to the tropics. Juicy, marinated chicken seasoned with authentic jerk spices is grilled to perfection and served in warm tortillas. Topped with crunchy cabbage slaw and fresh cilantro, these tacos are an explosion of flavor, making them perfect for any gathering or a fun weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of 2 fresh limes
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup cabbage slaw
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat or heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Coat chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle generously with jerk seasoning.
- Grill or cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before slicing.
- Warm tortillas on the grill or in a pan until pliable.
- Layer sliced chicken onto warmed tortillas, top with cabbage slaw and cilantro, and drizzle with lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg