Print

Chicken Street Tacos

Chicken Street Tacos
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Chicken Street Tacos are a delicious and vibrant dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from casual family dinners to lively gatherings with friends. These tacos feature juicy marinated chicken thighs, infused with a blend of spices and zesty lime juice, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. With customizable toppings like fresh cilantro, onions, and jalapeños, each taco is bursting with flavor and can be tailored to your taste preferences. Quick and easy to make, these Chicken Street Tacos will quickly become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Juice of 3 limes
  • 16 small corn tortillas
  • Fresh toppings: red or sweet onion, cilantro, jalapeño

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a large plastic bag, combine chicken thighs, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, lime juice (from 2 limes), and olive oil. Seal the bag and shake well. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for about 12-14 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from heat and let rest for 10 minutes.
  3. Prepare toppings: In a bowl, mix chopped onions, cilantro, jalapeño, and juice of one lime. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Warm tortillas: In the same skillet, warm corn tortillas until slightly charred on both sides.
  5. Assemble tacos: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Fill each tortilla with chicken and top with the onion mixture.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sweetrecipedelight.com/chicken-street-tacos/