Easy Chicken Street Tacos Recipe
Juicy, seasoned chicken served in warm corn tortillas with fresh toppings — a quick, flavorful street-style taco perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25–40 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet or Grill
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- For the chicken:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Juice of 1 lime
- For serving:
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced white onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
- Optional: diced tomatoes, avocado slices, salsa, or cotija cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lime juice.
- Add chicken and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a low gas flame until soft and slightly charred.
- Assemble tacos by dividing chicken among tortillas and topping with onion, cilantro, and any extras you like.
- Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken overnight.
- Use thighs for juicier tacos; breasts for leaner tacos.
- Double the recipe for taco parties or meal prep.
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