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Chicken Street Tacos

Savory Chicken Street Tacos Beyond Your Wildest Cravings

Experience the authentic taste of Chicken Street Tacos! Quick, flavorful, and gluten-free—perfect for any taco lover.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Can swap with avocado oil.
  • 1/4 cup lime juice Fresh is preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin Essential for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika Can substitute with regular paprika.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Can use fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Can omit if using fresh onions.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Assembling the Tacos
  • 8 small corn tortillas Flour tortillas can be a substitute.
  • 1 medium white onion Can use red onion for milder taste.
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro Skip if not preferred.
  • 2 limes lime wedges Essential for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and toss them in the marinade until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for about 4-6 minutes on each side until cooked through.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Assemble the tacos by layering the cooked chicken onto each tortilla, topped with sliced onion and cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken for at least 2 hours or overnight. Keep tortillas warm as you cook to maintain pliability.

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