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Authentic Chicken Street Tacos

Authentic Chicken Street Tacos bring bold Mexican flavor to your kitchen


  • Author: Matt Granger
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Standard

Description

These Authentic Chicken Street Tacos deliver the bold taste of Mexican street fare in a fast, home‑cooked version. Tender chicken breast is tossed with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder and salt, then quickly sautéed. Warm corn tortillas are filled with the seasoned chicken, creamy guacamole, crumbled cheese and bright cilantro for a balanced bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe makes four satisfying servings perfect for weeknight dinner or casual gatherings, perfect for Pinterest!.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Corn tortillas
  • Fresh guacamole
  • Crumbled cheese
  • Fresh cilantro

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine diced chicken with cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 6‑8 minutes.
  3. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan until pliable.
  4. Assemble tacos: place chicken on each tortilla, top with guacamole, cheese, and cilantro.
  5. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

  • For extra heat
  • add sliced jalapeños or a dash of chipotle powder. Leftovers reheat well in a skillet with a splash of broth.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 servings
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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