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Authentic Chicken Street Tacos That Taste Like Mexico

These Authentic Chicken Street Tacos are bursting with bold Mexican flavors, juicy marinated chicken, and fresh toppings. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, they bring true street-style taste right to your kitchen. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and ready in under an hour!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 –10 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ½ cup finely diced white onion
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic, and all spices.
  2. Add chicken and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken, let it rest for 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
  5. Warm corn tortillas in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side.
  6. Fill each tortilla with chopped chicken.
  7. Top with cilantro, diced onion, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for up to 2 hours.
  • You can grill the chicken instead of pan-cooking for a smoky taste.
  • Add salsa verde or hot sauce for extra spice.
  • Use chicken breast if you prefer leaner meat.

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