Description
These easy chicken street tacos deliver bold Mexican flavor in minutes, featuring marinated chicken thighs seasoned with chili powder, cumin, garlic and onion powders, then grilled to juicy perfection. Warm corn tortillas cradle the succulent meat, fresh diced onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for bright acidity. Perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or quick lunches, this recipe offers a restaurant‑style experience at home without fuss. Serve with salsa and guacamole for flavor
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to form the marinade.
- Add the chicken thighs, toss to coat, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill to medium‑high heat.
- Grill the chicken 5‑7 minutes per side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F; let rest 5 minutes and slice.
- Warm the corn tortillas on the grill, then assemble each taco with sliced chicken, diced onion, cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- For extra heat
- add sliced jalapeño or chipotle sauce. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of water.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Mexican
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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