Chicken Street Tacos

Chicken street tacos are simple, flavorful, and perfect for a quick meal. Enjoy juicy chicken, fresh toppings, and warm tortillas that deliver a taste of Mexico right at home.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: Chicken Tacos, Easy Tacos, Guacamole, quick dinner, Street Tacos

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 16

Total Time: 31

Servings: servings

Calories: 260kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 lbs boneless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts if desired.
12 pieces corn tortillas Use gluten-free tortillas if needed.
3 pieces ripe avocados For guacamole.
1 piece white onion Diced for topping.
1 bunch fresh cilantro Chopped for topping.
2 pieces limes Cut into wedges.
4 oz queso fresco cheese Crumble for topping.

Spices

2 tsp chili powder For seasoning the chicken.
1 tsp cumin For seasoning the chicken.
1 tsp paprika For seasoning the chicken.
to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the chicken.

Instructions

Preparation

Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub this spice mix onto the chicken thighs. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Mash the avocados in a bowl, squeeze lime juice over them, and add a bit of salt. Mix well to make fresh guacamole and set aside.
Dice the onion finely and chop the fresh cilantro. Crumble the queso fresco cheese in a separate bowl. Cut the limes into wedges.

Cooking

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or over an open flame until pliable and slightly charred.

Assembly

Slice the cooked chicken into strips. Fill each warm tortilla with chicken, a spoonful of guacamole, diced onion, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cheese.

Serving

Serve the tacos immediately while warm with extra lime wedges and additional toppings like salsa or hot sauce.

Notes

For deeper flavors, consider marinating the chicken for a few hours or overnight. Using a meat thermometer, ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

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