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Easy Crockpot Honey Lime Chicken Tacos with Mango Slaw

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A juicy, tangy, and sweet slow cooker chicken taco recipe with a fresh mango slaw, perfect for quick and flavorful weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 ripe mango, peeled and julienned or diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 8 small corn or flour tortillas
  • Optional toppings: sliced avocado, crumbled cotija cheese, extra lime wedges

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, and chicken broth.
  2. Place the chicken breasts or thighs in the crockpot, then pour the honey lime mixture evenly over the top.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Alternatively, cook on high for 2-3 hours.
  4. Remove the chicken to a cutting board and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the juices.
  5. Combine shredded cabbage, diced mango, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped cilantro in a large bowl.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, salt, and pepper; pour this dressing over the slaw and toss well.
  7. Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds per side or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm and pliable.
  8. Spoon a generous amount of shredded honey lime chicken onto each tortilla. Top with mango slaw and optional toppings like avocado slices and cotija cheese.

Notes

Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to prevent extended cooking time. Use chicken thighs for juicier meat. Dress the mango slaw just before serving to keep it crisp. Warm tortillas gently to avoid brittleness. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick. Store chicken and slaw separately to maintain freshness.

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Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, honey lime chicken, tacos, mango slaw, easy dinner, weeknight meal, healthy, gluten-free option

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