Barbecue Chicken Tacos with Cabbage and Queso Recipe

Name: Barbecue Chicken Tacos with Cabbage and Queso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; Sea salt; 1/2 cup barbecue sauce; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons honey; 4 cups finely shredded purple cabbage; Eight 6-inch corn tortillas; 1/4 cup shredded queso fresco

Servings: persons

Olive oil
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Sea salt
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
4 cups finely shredded purple cabbage
Eight 6-inch corn tortillas
1/4 cup shredded queso fresco

1
In a medium cast-iron casserole, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
2
Add the chicken and cook over high heat, turning once, until nicely browned, about 2 minutes per side.
3
Add the chile powder, cumin and 1 cup of water; season with salt and bring to a simmer.
4
Cover and cook over low heat until the chicken pulls easily with a fork, about 1 hour.
5
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board or bowl and shred, then return to the cooking liquid; stir in the barbecue sauce.
6
Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the vinegar and honey.
7
Add the cabbage, season with salt and toss.
8
On a microwave-safe plate, microwave the tortillas at high power for 30 seconds, until soft and pliable.
9
Serve the chicken with the tortillas, slaw and queso fresco.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil, 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, 1 teaspoon ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Barbecue Chicken Tacos with Cabbage and Queso falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Barbecue Chicken Tacos with Cabbage and Queso

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