Description
Grilled Chicken Street Tacos are simple yet flavor-packed tacos featuring marinated grilled chicken, fresh toppings, and a zesty finish. Perfect for quick dinners, entertaining, or on-the-go meals.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Fresh lime wedges for serving
- 2 tbsp creamy sauce or sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
- Grill the marinated chicken on a hot grill or grill pan for 4–6 minutes per side, until fully cooked and slightly charred. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Warm tortillas on the grill or in a pan until soft and pliable.
- Slice the grilled chicken into strips. Layer into tortillas.
- Top each taco with diced red onion, chopped cilantro, and optional creamy sauce or sour cream.
- Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier tacos or breasts for a leaner option.
- Warm tortillas to prevent them from cracking.
- For spicier tacos, add hot sauce or jalapeños.
- Store toppings and tortillas separately for leftovers.
- Freeze cooked chicken in airtight bags for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg