15-Minute BBQ Pulled Chicken Tacos with Creamy Slaw

Dreaming of a summer cookout but short on time? These BBQ pulled chicken tacos bring all the smoky, tangy flavors to your table in just 15 minutes-no grill required. Tender pulled chicken is sautéed with red onion and lime juice, then stuffed into warm tortillas with a creamy, spicy slaw for the perfect crunch.

This recipe is a weeknight winner: simple ingredients, one pan and ready in a flash. Whether you’re feeding the family or hosting a taco night, these tacos deliver big flavor with minimal effort.

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Ingredients

1 unit Red OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce BBQ Pulled ChickenView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce CilantroView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Hot SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

6 unit Flour TortillasView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Coleslaw MixView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Vegetable OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Salt, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Pepper, to tasteView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry all produce. Finely chop the cilantro. Halve, peel and very thinly slice the red onion. Quarter the lime.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, cilantro and a few slices of onion (you’ll use the rest later). Add the mayonnaise, hot sauce and juice from half the lime. Season with salt and pepper and toss to combine. Set aside, stirring occasionally.
3. Heat a drizzle of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the remaining onion, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring, until browned and softened, 5-7 minutes. Add the BBQ pulled chicken and cook, stirring, until warmed through, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the juice from the remaining lime. Remove from heat.
4. While the filling cooks, wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels and microwave until warm and pliable, about 30 seconds. Divide the tortillas among plates. Fill with the chicken mixture and top with the creamy slaw. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use leftover rotisserie chicken instead of BBQ pulled chicken?

Yes, you can substitute shredded rotisserie chicken. Toss it with your favorite BBQ sauce before adding to the pan.

How do I make the slaw dairy-free?

Use a dairy-free mayonnaise or vegan mayo. The rest of the ingredients are naturally dairy-free.

Can I prepare the slaw ahead of time?

Absolutely! The slaw can be made up to a day in advance and stored in the fridge. Give it a good stir before serving.