Yield: 4 servings

Authentic Mexican Chicken Street Tacos with Fresh Guacamole and Crumbled Cheese

These authentic chicken street tacos bring the vibrant flavors of Mexican street food straight to your dinner table. The combination of perfectly seasoned chicken, fresh guacamole, and traditional toppings creates an unforgettable meal that's both satisfying and healthy.

Prep Time15 minutes

Cook Time15 minutes

Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

Chicken

• 1 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp Mexican oregano
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 3 tbsp olive oil

Guacamole

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 tsp salt

To serve

• 16 small corn tortillas, warmed, doubled up for 8 tacos
• 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup white onion, diced
• cilantro and lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

1. Season the chicken. Mix the spices, salt and pepper with the lime juice and 1 tablespoon of the oil. Coat the chicken and let it stand while you make the guacamole.
2. Make the guacamole. Mash the avocados with the lime juice, cilantro and salt until just chunky.
3. Cook the chicken. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 6 to 8 minutes per side, to an internal temperature of at least 165F.
4. Rest and chop. Rest the chicken for 5 minutes, then chop it into small pieces.
5. Assemble. Warm the tortillas and stack them in pairs. Fill with chicken, guacamole, cotija and onion, then serve with cilantro and lime wedges.