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Three delicious Chicken Street Tacos served on charred corn tortillas, topped with fresh diced onion and cilantro.

Chicken Street Tacos

Make these Chicken Street Tacos for a quick family meal. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create authentic flavor for your weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

FOR THE ONION SALSA
  • 1 large white onion, finely diced
  • 1 jalapeño, minced (remove seeds and ribs for less heat)
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 1 handful cilantro, minced
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 1 lime, juiced
FOR THE CHICKEN STREET TACOS
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2.5 tablespoons street taco seasoning
  • olive oil spray, or avocado oil spray For cooking
  • 18 soft corn tortillas

Equipment

  • 22-inch Presto Ceramic Griddle
  • Sharp chefs knife
  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Make the onion salsa: In a medium bowl, add onion, jalapeño, garlic, cilantro, salt, and lime juice. Toss to combine and set aside.
  2. Finely mince the chicken using a sharp knife and add it to a large bowl. Season the chicken with street taco seasoning and toss to combine.
  3. Spray a large 12-inch skillet with oil and heat over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and spread it into an even layer. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 12 to 15 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and fully cooked. Season with salt to taste.
  4. Warm the shells: Heat a large griddle on high and lightly spray with oil. Gently warm and toast the corn tortillas.
  5. Fill the tortillas with the street taco chicken and top with the onion salsa and any other toppings you want.

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 36gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 741mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 220IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This recipe is about creating a simple, flavorful meal that brings your family together in the kitchen. Let everyone customize their own taco with toppings like avocado or extra jalapeño.

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