Sweet Chilli Fried Chicken Tacos
with Kiwi Salsa, Chips and Zesty Slaw
- Wheat
- Cereals containing gluten
- Egg
- Mustard
Loaded with crispy chicken, a zesty slaw and kiwi salsa, these Sweet Chilli Fried Chicken Tacos are a fusion inspired favourite laden with flavour, texture and just a little bit of sweetness.
Ingredients
450 grams
Potatoes
50 grams
Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten)
4 unit(s)
British Chicken Thighs
1 unit(s)
Lime
1 unit(s)
Kiwi
120 grams
Coleslaw Mix
32 grams
Mayonnaise
(Contains: Egg, Mustard)
4 unit(s)
Plain Taco Tortillas
(Contains: Wheat, Cereals containing gluten)
48 grams
Sweet Chilli Sauce
Not included in your delivery
1 unit(s)
Egg
¼ tsp
Salt for the Breadcrumbs
½ tsp
Sugar for the Dressing
½ tsp
Sugar for the Salsa
½ tbsp
Olive Oil for the Salsa
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
Chop the potatoes lengthways into 1cm slices, then chop into 1cm wide chips (no need to peel).
Pop the chips onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary.
When the oven is hot, bake on the top shelf until golden, 25-30 mins. Turn halfway through.
Meanwhile, crack the egg (see pantry for amount) into a medium bowl and whisk. Put the breadcrumbs into another medium bowl, season with the salt for the breadcrumbs (see pantry for amount) and pepper.
Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dip the chicken into the egg and then the breadcrumbs, ensuring it's completely coated. TIP: Notice a stronger smell from your chicken? Don’t worry, this is normal due to packaging we use to keep it fresh.
Transfer to a clean plate. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging and discard any excess egg.
Pop a large frying pan on high heat and add enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan. TIP: You want the oil to be hot so the chicken fries properly - heat for 2-3 mins before you add the chicken.
Once hot, carefully lay the chicken into the pan, reduce the heat to medium-high and fry until golden-brown and cooked through, 10-12 mins total.
Turn every 2-3 mins and adjust the heat if necessary. IMPORTANT: The chicken is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with kitchen paper.
While the chicken is frying, zest and cut the lime into wedges. Peel the kiwi, then cut into 2cm chunks.
In a medium bowl, mix the coleslaw, lime zest, a squeeze of lime juice, mayonnaise and sugar for the dressing (see pantry for amount). Season with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, mix a good squeeze of lime juice, sugar and olive oil for the salsa (see pantry for both amounts). Stir in the chopped kiwi. Set aside for now.
Pop the tortillas (2 per person) into the oven to warm through, 1-2 mins.
Transfer your chicken to a board and slice widthways into 1cm strips.
When everything's ready, share the tortillas on your serving plates.
To make your tacos, add a spoonful of coleslaw to the bases. Top with the chicken, kiwi salsa and drizzle over the sweet chilli sauce.
Serve with your chips alongside and any remaining lime wedges for squeezing over. TIP: Tacos are best enjoyed eaten by hand - get stuck in!
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: The kiwi salsa and lime-zested slaw were highlights for many, though some found the chicken itself lacking in seasoning.
- Ease of prep: This one involves several steps and uses quite a few dishes, so it suits a relaxed evening rather than a quick weeknight cook.
- Suggestions: Season the breadcrumbs generously to add more flavour to the chicken; adding a pinch of chilli or spice to the coating can help boost heat. Check that the chicken is fully cooked through before the breadcrumbs over-brown, and allow a little extra time for the chips if needed.
- Next-day meals: Serving with nachos instead of chips is one way to simplify the meal; the potatoes can then be saved and used another time.
