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Grilled Chicken Street Tacos

Delicious Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with Fresh Flavor Boost

Enjoy these juicy Grilled Chicken Street Tacos, easy to customize, perfect for a busy weeknight, and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts or flank steak for a twist
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice or pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar or red wine vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Lime Juice fresh is best, bottled works
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp Chili Powder adjust for spiciness
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika adds extra flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano or fresh oregano
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper essential seasonings
For the Tacos
  • 8 Mini White Corn Tortillas or flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro, Chopped optional
  • 2 Limes, Cut into Wedges for squeezing on top
  • 1 cup Pico De Gallo fresh or store-bought
Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion for added crunch
  • 1 Sliced Avocado for creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • to taste Hot Sauce choose your favorite brand

Equipment

  • Grill
  • ziplock bag
  • mixing bowl
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Grilled Chicken Preparation
  1. In a large ziplock bag, combine orange juice, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, chili powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Seal the bag and shake until well-mixed.
  2. Add the chicken to the marinade, ensuring it's fully coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F) for about 15 minutes, using cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side, aiming for an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Remove chicken from grill, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Warm the mini corn tortillas in the microwave or on a skillet until soft.
  7. Assemble tacos with grilled chicken, Pico De Gallo, chopped cilantro, and squeeze lime on top.
  8. Add optional toppings like diced red onion, sliced avocado, sour cream, or hot sauce.
  9. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate overnight for best flavor. Check cooking temperature to ensure chicken is safe to eat. Warm tortillas just before serving for best results.

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