Description
Grilled Chicken Street Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any gathering or casual dinner. Tender chicken thighs marinated in a zesty lime and spice blend are grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy, charred bites that pack a punch. These tacos are not only quick to prepare but also allow for endless customization with fresh toppings like avocado, onions, and cilantro. Ideal for taco nights or summer barbecues, this recipe will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 tsp ancho chili powder
- 12 mini corn taco shells, warmed
- 1 large avocado, cored and sliced
- 1 small red or yellow onion, chopped
- 3 Tbsp chopped cilantro
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, chili powder, cilantro, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high (425-450°F).
- Grill the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before dicing.
- Assemble the tacos by placing diced chicken in warmed tortillas and topping with avocado slices, chopped onions, and additional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with toppings like pickled jalapeños or mango salsa. Warm your tortillas on the grill for better texture and taste.