Chicken Street Tacos Recipe
These Chicken Street Tacos are bursting with flavor and perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Tender marinated chicken served on warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings, they are sure to be a hit at your next taco night!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving:
- 8–10 soft corn tortillas
- ½ cup chopped white onion
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Optional Add-Ons:
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Crumbled cotija cheese
- Pickled red onions
- Salsa verde
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and seasonings. Add chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for best flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken 5–7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
- Rest and Slice: Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips or small bite-sized pieces.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet or over a gas flame for 20–30 seconds per side until warm and slightly charred.
- Assemble Tacos: Layer sliced chicken in tortillas and top with chopped onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Add any optional toppings you like.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Street Tacos, Mexican, Easy, Quick, Flavorful, Corn Tortillas
Find it online: https://reemcook.com/chicken-street-tacos-recipe/
