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Chicken Street Tacos

Savor Authentic Chicken Street Tacos in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy these Chicken Street Tacos, bursting with authentic flavors, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable or canola oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is best
  • 1 tsp Cumin Earthy flavor
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adds richness
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika For smoky flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano Herbal aroma
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust seasoning
For the Tacos
  • 8-10 Soft Corn Tortillas Use flour for softer alternative
  • 1/2 cup Chopped White Onion Adds crunch
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro For freshness
  • 4 Lime Wedges To serve with tacos
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1 each Sliced Avocado Creamy texture
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Cotija Cheese Salty flavor
  • 1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions Tangy and colorful
  • 1/2 cup Salsa Verde Adds spice

Equipment

  • grill or skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Chicken Street Tacos
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs and coat well. Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken thighs for 5–7 minutes per side until charred and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  3. Remove chicken and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into thin strips.
  4. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 20–30 seconds on each side until pliable and slightly charred.
  5. Assemble tacos with chicken, chopped onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. Add optional toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for more flavor; warm tortillas before assembling to prevent breaking.

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