Description
These Chicken Street Tacos are bursting with flavor and perfect for a quick and delicious meal. Tender marinated chicken thighs are grilled to perfection and topped with fresh ingredients and a zesty cilantro lime crema. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Marinated Chicken:
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 3 tbsp Chicken Taco Seasoning
Toppings:
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- 1/2 red onion sliced
- 1 jalapeño sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Cilantro Lime Crema
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, and taco seasoning. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Marinate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, discard excess, and grill for 4-6 minutes per side.
- Let chicken rest, then slice into strips.
- Warm tortillas on grill or microwave.
- Assemble tacos with chicken strips, lettuce, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and crema.
- Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- You can customize toppings with your favorite ingredients like avocado, salsa, or cheese.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
