Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Cream

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos with Cilantro Slaw and Chipotle Cream
45 min.
6
400kcal

Suggestions


Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with our Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos, a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the grill right to your table. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free recipe serves six and is packed with a mouthwatering combination of spices, fresh vegetables, and creamy chipotle sauce. In just 45 minutes, you can create a meal that not only satisfies your hunger but also impresses your family and friends.

The star of this dish is the perfectly grilled chicken, seasoned with a homemade spice rub that features chili powder, smoked paprika, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Paired with colorful strips of red bell pepper and tender zucchini, each bite is a burst of flavor and texture. The addition of a zesty cilantro slaw adds a refreshing crunch, while the chipotle cream brings a smoky, creamy element that ties everything together.

What’s more, this recipe encourages a fun, interactive dining experience. Set up a taco bar with warm corn tortillas, grilled chicken, vegetables, slaw, and lime wedges, allowing your guests to assemble their own tacos just the way they like them. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or enjoying a family meal, these Spice-Rubbed Chicken and Vegetable Tacos are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon chipotles in adobo canned chopped ( 2)
  • tablespoons canola oil 
  • 2.3 teaspoons chili powder 
  • servings cilantro leaves 
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt 
  • 12 6-inch corn tortillas warmed
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder 
  • tablespoons brown sugar packed ()
  •  lime cut into 6 wedges
  • 1.5 teaspoons onion powder 
  • tablespoon paprika smoked spanish hot (Pimentón de la Vera)
  •  bell pepper red seeded cut lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick strips
  • pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless halved
  • 1.5 cups cream sour
  • small zucchini quartered

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • whisk
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  2. Whisk sour cream and chipotle chiles in small bowl; season with salt.
  3. Whisk brown sugar and next 5 ingredients in another small bowl to blend for spice rub.
  4. Place zucchini and bell pepper on rimmed baking sheet.
  5. Drizzle with canola oil; toss to coat.
  6. Sprinkle spice rub over both sides of vegetables and chicken.
  7. Place chicken and vegetables on barbecue. Grill until vegetables are tender and browned in spots and chicken is cooked through, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  8. Transfer to work surface; cut chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick strips.
  9. Cut vegetables crosswise into 3/4-inch pieces.
  10. Place chicken and vegetables in large bowl; toss to blend.
  11. Place chicken and vegetables, chipotle cream, tortillas, slaw, and lime wedges on table. Allow guests to assemble their own soft tacos.
  12. *Chipotle chiles canned in a spicy tomato sauce, which is sometimes called adobo, are available at some supermarkets, at Latin markets, and at specialty foods stores.
  13. **Available at specialty foods stores and from tienda.com.
  14. To warm tortillas, wrap in foil in packets of six.
  15. Place packets at the edge of the grill; turn occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories400kcal
Protein21.05%
Fat43.14%
Carbs35.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.25
Glycemic Load
11.04
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.154347896576%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
9.6mg
Naringenin
0.76mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:399.67kcal
19.98%
Fat:19.76g
30.4%
Saturated Fat:6.91g
43.2%
Carbohydrates:36.91g
12.3%
Net Carbohydrates:31.13g
11.32%
Sugar:8.89g
9.87%
Cholesterol:82.31mg
27.44%
Sodium:729.78mg
31.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.69g
43.39%
Vitamin C:40.52mg
49.11%
Vitamin B3:9.35mg
46.76%
Vitamin B6:0.89mg
44.68%
Selenium:30.21µg
43.15%
Phosphorus:400.7mg
40.07%
Vitamin A:1896.64IU
37.93%
Fiber:5.78g
23.1%
Magnesium:78.38mg
19.6%
Potassium:676.66mg
19.33%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.9%
Manganese:0.33mg
16.52%
Vitamin E:2.37mg
15.79%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.7%
Calcium:130.43mg
13.04%
Zinc:1.64mg
10.92%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.35%
Iron:1.86mg
10.32%
Vitamin K:9.2µg
8.76%
Copper:0.17mg
8.74%
Folate:30.98µg
7.75%
Vitamin B12:0.27µg
4.53%
Source:Epicurious