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Easy Chicken Street Tacos Recipe – Authentic, Juicy & Flavor-Packed

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Perfectly seasoned grilled chicken served in warm corn tortillas with fresh guacamole, cilantro, and crumbled cheese for a simple, flavorful street taco experience.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Mash avocados with lime juice and salt to make fresh guacamole. Set aside.
  3. Dice onion finely, chop cilantro, crumble cheese, and cut lime into wedges.
  4. Cook seasoned chicken in a hot skillet for 6-8 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  5. Warm corn tortillas on a dry skillet or over open flame until pliable and lightly charred.
  6. Slice chicken and fill tortillas with meat, guacamole, onions, cilantro, and cheese. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs stay more tender and juicy than breasts.
  • Always warm tortillas to prevent cracking.
  • Prepare guacamole fresh for best flavor.
  • Avoid overcooking chicken to keep it moist.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 285
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 480 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 28 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg