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Grilled Chicken Street Tacos

These Grilled Chicken Street Tacos taste just like something you’d get from a taco truck, but you can make them at home in about an hour. The chicken soaks up a citrus-garlic marinade, then cooks quickly, leaving you with juicy, slightly charred pieces that fit perfectly in warm corn tortillas. Add your favorite toppings like guacamole and pico de gallo, and don’t be surprised if everyone eats more than they expected.

Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword grilled chicken street tacos
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 3 servings
Calories 544 kcal
Author Marjorie @APinchOfHealthy

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs fat trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Tacos

  • 8 medium corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce iceberg or romaine
  • Pico de gallo or your favorite salsa

Guacamole

  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro torn
  • Lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Mix 1 tablespoon of the avocado oil with the lime juice, orange juice, garlic, chili powder, paprika, onion powder, cumin, and salt in a large bowl. Add the chicken thighs and toss (or massage) until everything is well coated.
  2. Heat a cast iron grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with the remaining 1 tablespoon of avocado oil. When the pan is hot, cook the chicken in two batches for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and let it rest for 10 minutes, then chop into bite-sized cubes.
  3. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and warm the tortillas for 30 to 60 seconds per side, until pliable and lightly golden.
  4. Assemble the tacos by layering guacamole, chicken, lettuce, pico de gallo, and cilantro on each tortilla. Finish with a squeeze of lime.

Recipe Notes

This chicken works great in tacos or burrito bowls. You can marinate the chicken and/or cook it a day ahead, then reheat before serving. If you’re making pico de gallo in advance, remove excess tomato seeds so it doesn’t get watery.

Nutrition Facts
Grilled Chicken Street Tacos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 544 Calories from Fat 198
% Daily Value*
Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Trans Fat 0.04g
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
Cholesterol 215mg72%
Sodium 1060mg46%
Potassium 939mg27%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 49g98%
Vitamin A 4367IU87%
Vitamin C 12mg15%
Calcium 128mg13%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.