Cajun Chicken Street Tacos with Creamy Cajun Slaw
Yields
4 servings (8 street tacos)Prep Time
15 minutesCook Time
12 minutesTotal Time
27 minutesIngredients
- Cajun Chicken:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp DASH Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning
- 3 tbsp Lime Juice
- Creamy Cajun Slaw:
- 3 cups coleslaw mix
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp DASH Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning
- For Serving:
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
Juicy Cajun-spiced chicken paired with a cool, creamy Cajun lime slaw for the perfect balance of heat, crunch, and brightness. This version adds more visual appeal and flavor impact for social and menu use.
Directions
- Season the chicken. Pat chicken thighs dry. Toss with oil, DASH Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning and lime juice until evenly coated.
- Cook the chicken. Heat a skillet, grill, or flattop over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Rest and chop. Let the chicken rest for 3 minutes, then chop into small taco-size pieces.
- Make the creamy Cajun slaw. In a bowl, combine coleslaw mix, mayonnaise, lime juice, cilantro, and DASH Salt-Free Cajun Seasoning. Toss until evenly coated. Chill or rest for 5–10 minutes to let flavors blend.
- Warm the tortillas. Heat tortillas on a skillet or flattop for 20–30 seconds per side.
- Build the tacos. Add chopped Cajun chicken to each tortilla and top generously with creamy Cajun slaw. Serve immediately.
Tips
- Serving Ideas
- Add sliced jalapeños for extra heat
- Finish with a squeeze of lime
- Serve with dirty rice or chips and queso
