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Chicken Street Tacos Recipe – Flavorful, Fast & Fiesta-Ready

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Juicy, marinated chicken served on warm corn tortillas with onion, cilantro, and lime. A quick and authentic Mexican street taco you can make at home!

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

  • 1½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts

  • Juice of 2 limes

  • Juice of 1 orange

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1½ tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp oregano

  • 1½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For Tacos

  • 12 small corn tortillas

  • ½ cup white onion, diced

  • ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

  • Lime wedges for serving

  • Optional: cotija, jalapeños, salsa, avocado

Instructions

  • Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl or bag. Add chicken and marinate for 30 mins to 24 hrs.

  • Grill or pan-cook chicken until charred and cooked through (165°F). Rest and chop into small pieces.

  • Warm tortillas over flame or skillet until soft and slightly charred.

  • Assemble tacos with chicken, onion, cilantro, and lime. Add extra toppings as desired.

  • Serve immediately with sides or dips.

Notes

Swap protein or tortillas to fit your needs. Store cooked chicken in fridge for up to 4 days.

Find it online: https://goldenflavorstudio.com/chicken-street-tacos-recipe-flavorful-fast-fiesta-ready/