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Chicken Street Tacos

Chicken Street Tacos
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These Chicken Street Tacos are a quick, flavorful, and satisfying meal featuring tender chicken seasoned with a bold blend of spices, fresh toppings, and soft corn tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights, they bring the delicious taste of street food right to your table with simple ingredients and easy preparation.

Ingredients

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Proteins & Meat

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Tortillas

  • 8–10 small corn tortillas

Toppings & Garnishes

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 fresh lime, cut into wedges

Cooking Oils

  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Start by cutting your chicken into small, bite-sized pieces. This ensures quicker cooking and more surface area for the seasoning to stick.
  2. Season the Meat: In a bowl, combine garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the chicken pieces in this spice blend until well coated for that classic street taco flavor.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is golden and fully cooked, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  4. Warm the Tortillas: Simultaneously, warm corn tortillas on a dry skillet or directly over an open flame for a few seconds on each side, making them pliable and slightly smoky.
  5. Assemble the Tacos: Place a few spoonfuls of the cooked chicken onto each tortilla. Top with finely chopped white onion, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice for brightness.

Notes

  • Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook the chicken in batches to avoid steaming and ensure crisp edges.
  • Use fresh tortillas: Warm tortillas taste best and prevent tearing.
  • Marinate if possible: Let the chicken sit with spices for 15 minutes before cooking for deeper flavor.
  • Pat chicken dry: Dry meat browns better, giving you a more flavorful crust.
  • Keep toppings simple: Let the spiced chicken shine without too many competing flavors.

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