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Chicken Street Tacos

Mouthwatering Chicken Street Tacos with Zesty Guacamole Delight

Experience the vibrant taste of Chicken Street Tacos, bursting with flavors of spiced chicken and zesty guacamole, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs juicy and tender
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon cumin earthy undertones
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked for deeper flavor
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Guacamole
  • 2 ripe avocados mashed until smooth
  • 1 lime freshly squeezed lime juice
For the Tacos
  • 8 tortillas corn tortillas gluten-free
  • 1 small white onion finely diced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped, optional
  • 1/2 cup queso fresco cheese crumbled

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • dry skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat the boneless chicken thighs evenly and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, prepare the guacamole by mashing the avocados and mixing in lime juice and a pinch of salt.
  3. Finely dice the white onion and chop the fresh cilantro. Crumble the queso fresco and cut lime into wedges.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes on each side until well-charred and cooked through.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas on a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. Assemble the tacos by slicing the cooked chicken, placing it on the tortillas, and topping with guacamole, onion, cilantro, and queso fresco.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use boneless chicken thighs for better flavor and moisture. Always add lime juice to guacamole right after mashing avocados to keep it fresh.

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