Description
These Chicken Street Tacos are bursting with flavor and are perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Tender marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and a zesty crema come together in a handheld delight that will have you coming back for more!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp Chicken Taco Seasoning (see note below)
For the Tacos:
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1 jalapeño, sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Cilantro Lime Crema
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, and taco seasoning. Add chicken thighs, toss to coat, and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Rest and Prepare: Let the chicken rest before slicing. Warm tortillas.
- Assemble Tacos: Place chicken strips on tortillas, top with lettuce, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and crema. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For the Chicken Taco Seasoning: Combine 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, ½ tsp oregano, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
