---
title: "Spicy Tinga-Style Chicken Tacos"
servings: 4
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/spicy-tinga-style-chicken-tacos-6841f1e41aae23cc7a5
source_chef: "Michelle Bell Olson"
time required: 15 minutes
prep time: 15 minutes
cook time: 5 minutes
difficulty: easy
allergens:
  - Eggs
  - Gluten
  - Soy
tags:
  - Calorie Smart
  - Protein Smart
  - Quick
  - Easy Prep
  - Easy Cleanup
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 100
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: "Many loved the chipotle-spiced chicken, though some found it too spicy; others wanted more seasoning beyond heat."
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: "Quick and easy, perfect for busy weeknights; a few struggled with unevenly chopped chicken."
  - theme: Suggestions
    text: "Consider toasting tortillas for extra flavor; try adding pico de gallo, avocado, or a creamy sauce."
  - theme: Portions
    text: "Several felt the meal was small; adding rice or beans as a side helped make it more filling."
  - theme: Slaw
    text: "The lime slaw added great crunch and freshness, though a few wanted more dressing or sauce."
nutrition:
  calories: 640
  protein: 37
  fat: 27
  saturated fat: 8
  carbohydrates: 50
  sugar: 10
  fiber: 6
  cholesterol: 130
  sodium: 1140
  potassium: 260
  calcium: 100
  iron: 1.1
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/Taco%20Recipes/Chicken/spicy-tinga-style-chicken-tacos.avif"
---
Wash and dry all produce. Zest and quarter the @lime{}. Roughly chop the @cilantro{}.

In a #medium bowl, toss the @coleslaw mix{} with @mayonnaise{}, @sugar{1/4%tsp}, a squeeze of lime juice, a pinch of @salt{} and @black pepper{}, and as much @lime zest{} as you like. Set aside until ready to serve.

Open the package of @chopped chicken breast{} and drain off any excess liquid. Heat a drizzle of @cooking oil{} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and season with @salt{}. Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, ~{1-2%minutes}.
Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in @fresh salsa{} and @chipotle powder{1/4%tsp} (1/2 tsp for 4 servings), adding more chipotle powder if you like the heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the salsa has thickened, ~{3-5%minutes}.
Wrap the @flour tortillas{} in damp paper towels and microwave until warm and pliable, ~{30-60%seconds}. Divide tortillas among plates. Fill with @chopped chicken{}, @coleslaw mix{} (drained first), and @cilantro{}. Serve with @lime wedges{} on the side.