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Mexican Chicken Street Tacos

Savory Mexican Chicken Street Tacos with Creamy Guacamole

These authentic Mexican chicken street tacos are bursting with flavor, featuring tender marinated chicken and creamy guacamole.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful; can substitute with breasts.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh preferred.
  • 1 juice Lime Juice From 1 lime; can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Essential for taco seasoning.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Provides heat; adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 12 small Corn Tortillas Traditional for street tacos.
  • 1 cup Queso Fresco or Cotija Cheese Crumbled; can substitute with feta.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; omit for non-herb preference.
For the Guacamole
  • 3 ripe Avocados Provide creamy texture.
  • 1 juice Lime Juice Prevents browning; can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Diced; can substitute with green onions.
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Seeded and minced; omit for no heat.
  • 1 small Tomato Diced.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Resealable Bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is coated. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Guacamole: Mash avocados until smooth and mix in lime juice, salt, black pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and tomato.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet and cook the marinated chicken thighs for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Warm the Tortillas: Warm corn tortillas in a skillet for about 20 seconds per side until pliable.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Layer each tortilla with sliced chicken, fresh guacamole, and crumbled queso fresco.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, allow chicken to marinate longer and serve tacos right after assembling to maintain freshness.

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