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Chicken Street Tacos

Mouthwatering Chicken Street Tacos You Can Whip Up Fast

Experience the vibrant world of Chicken Street Tacos with tender chicken thighs and fresh toppings, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 46 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Avoid using chicken breasts to prevent drying out.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Essential in the marinade.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Enhances overall taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds color and sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Guacamole
  • 2 pieces Ripe Avocados Should be mashed with lime.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Enhances guacamole flavor.
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Warm until pliable.
  • 1 small White Onion Finely diced for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped for garnish.
  • 1/2 cup Queso Fresco Can substitute with cotija or feta.
Optional Add-Ons
  • 1 piece Jalapeños Sliced for added heat.
  • 1 cup Pickled Cabbage Adds crunch.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Marinate Chicken: Combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Prepare Guacamole: Mash avocados and mix with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  3. Chop Toppings: Finely dice onion, chop cilantro, and crumble queso fresco.
  4. Cook Chicken: Preheat skillet, cook chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes per side until well charred and cooked through.
  5. Warm Tortillas: Heat corn tortillas in skillet for about 30 seconds per side until pliable.
  6. Assemble Tacos: Slice chicken, fill tortillas with chicken, guacamole, onion, cilantro, and queso fresco.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use boneless chicken thighs for juiciness. Marinate longer for enhanced flavors. Warm tortillas for the best texture. Assemble right before serving for freshness.

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