Description
Teriyaki Chicken Tacos offer a delightful fusion of juicy grilled chicken, vibrant fresh vegetables, and a rich teriyaki sauce, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any weeknight dinner, these tacos are not just delicious but also incredibly easy to make. With their colorful presentation and mouthwatering flavors, they promise to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 8 soft tortilla shells
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (toasted)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp ginger powder or fresh ginger
Instructions
- Dice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; sauté until chicken is golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until coated.
- Prepare vegetables by slicing bell peppers and shredding cabbage.
- Warm tortillas slightly in another skillet or microwave for easy folding.
- Assemble tacos with chicken mixture and toppings of veggies.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg