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Chicken Street Tacos

Savor Every Bite: Chicken Street Tacos Made Easy

Enjoy the delicious Chicken Street Tacos, a quick and protein-packed dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts for a leaner option
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice preferably fresh-squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar white vinegar can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice essential for flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle Chili Powder or cayenne for more heat
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mexican Oregano Italian oregano can work
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika adds more flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon optional
  • to taste Kosher Salt & Black Pepper adjust according to preference
For the Tacos
  • 8 pieces White Corn Tortillas or whole wheat/flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Pico de Gallo store-bought is convenient
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro optional
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for squeezing

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cutting Board
  • skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine orange juice, apple cider vinegar, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, chipotle chili powder, dried Mexican oregano, paprika, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring each piece is well coated with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high, and lightly grease the grates. Grill the chicken thighs for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes, then chop into small pieces.
  5. Warm your tortillas in a dry skillet for about 15-30 seconds on each side.
  6. To assemble, layer two warmed tortillas together for each taco. Place a generous amount of chopped grilled chicken, pico de gallo, and cilantro on top, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For deeper flavors, marinate chicken overnight. Ensure grill is preheated to medium-high for best results.

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