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Chicken Street Tacos

Enjoy delicious Chicken Street Tacos with juicy chicken, fresh toppings, and a splash of lime for a flavorful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 unit juice of 1 lime
For the Tacos
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1-2 unit limes (cut into wedges)
  • 0.5 cup crumbled cotija cheese (optional)
  • 1 unit avocado (sliced, optional)
  • to taste salsa of choice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken with this flavorful blend and let it marinate for about 15 minutes (or longer if you’ve got time).
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Assembly
  1. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces. This keeps it juicy and flavorful.
  2. While the chicken rests, warm your tortillas in a dry skillet for a few seconds on each side, just until they’re soft and pliable.
  3. Grab a warm tortilla, fill it with sliced chicken, and top with onion, cilantro, cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime. Add salsa for extra zing!

Notes

For best flavors, marinate the chicken longer if possible. For a gluten-free option, look for corn tortillas labeled accordingly. You can swap cotija for feta or skip the cheese altogether for a lighter version. If you want some heat, add chopped jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce. Consider making extra chicken to use for salads or wraps throughout the week.