Chicken Street Tacos
Chicken Street Tacos are a delicious and easy meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings, bringing fresh street flavors to your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the chicken marinade
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts Skinless and boneless
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin for best flavor
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 teaspoon Cumin Ground
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground
For assembly
- 8 pieces Corn tortillas Warm before serving
- 1 small Onion Diced
- 1/2 cup Cilantro Chopped
- 1 lime Lime Cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
Marinate Chicken
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Grill Chicken
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the marinated chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
Prepare Tortillas
- Warm the corn tortillas on the grill or in a skillet until pliable.
Assemble Tacos
- Slice the grilled chicken and place it in the warm tortillas.
- Top with diced onion, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Serve
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For added flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight. Use fresh lime juice for the best taste. Experiment with different toppings, like avocado or cheese, to make it your own.