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Chicken Street Tacos


  • Author: skinytaste-net
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

Freshly made Chicken Street Tacos with seasoned chicken, zesty guacamole, and crisp toppings in warm corn tortillas.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs boneless chicken thighs
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 3 ripe avocados
  • 1 white onion
  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro
  • 2 limes
  • 4 oz queso fresco cheese
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken thighs with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. While marinating, mash avocados with lime juice and a pinch of salt to create guacamole. Set aside.
  3. Finely dice the onion, chop the cilantro, crumble the queso fresco, and cut the limes into wedges.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame until pliable and lightly toasted.
  6. Slice the cooked chicken and assemble tacos by filling tortillas with chicken, guacamole, diced onions, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

Consider serving with a colorful array of toppings, sides, and refreshing beverages for a complete experience.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 taco
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: chicken tacos, street food, Mexican tacos, easy dinner, party food