Chicken Street Tacos
Quick, fresh, and flavorful chicken street tacos made with simple ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual meals with friends.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts Use boneless, skinless for best results
- 2 tbsp Olive oil For marinating chicken
- 1 tbsp Chili powder Adjust for spice preference
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Salt To taste
- 1/2 tsp Pepper To taste
For the Tacos
- 8 pieces Corn tortillas Warm before serving
- 1 cup Onion, diced White or red onion works
- 1/2 cup Cilantro, chopped Add more for garnish
- 1 piece Lime For squeezing juice over tacos
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Mix olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken breasts and coat them well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Grill the Chicken
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat until cooked through and slightly charred.
Prepare the Tacos
- Warm corn tortillas in a skillet or on the grill.
- Slice the grilled chicken thin.
- Fill each tortilla with sliced chicken. Top with diced onion and chopped cilantro.
- Squeeze lime over each taco and serve immediately.
Notes
Store leftover grilled chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not assemble tacos before storing.