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Authentic Chicken Street Tacos

Authentic Chicken Street Tacos

A simple, highly flavorful street taco featuring citrus-marinated chicken seared to perfection and topped with fresh onion and cilantro.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Mexican preferred
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 12 small corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup white onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 fresh lime cut into wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Whisk two tablespoons of olive oil, lime juice, orange juice, garlic, and all spices together in a bowl.
  2. Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Sear the chicken in a hot skillet with the remaining tablespoon of oil for 5 to 6 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
  4. Rest the meat for 5 minutes before dicing it into small pieces.
  5. Warm the tortillas, then assemble by topping with the diced meat, raw onion, and fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Ensure your skillet is fully preheated before adding the meat to achieve that essential, flavorful crust.