Description
These Chicken Street Tacos are bursting with flavor and are perfect for a casual taco night with friends or family. Marinated chicken thighs are grilled to juicy perfection and served on warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings.
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup chopped white onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken thighs for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Rest for 5 minutes, then chop into pieces.
- Prepare the Tortillas: Warm tortillas until soft and slightly charred.
- Assemble Tacos: Fill each tortilla with chicken, top with onion, cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For added flavor, grill the chicken or cook over an open flame.
- Try adding toppings like avocado, salsa verde, or cotija cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
