Juicy, marinated chicken thighs wrapped in warm corn tortillas and topped with onion, cilantro, and salsa—classic Mexican street tacos ready in 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
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Juice of 2 limes
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1 tbsp orange juice (optional)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1/2 small onion, grated or finely chopped
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2 tsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp olive oil
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12 corn tortillas
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1/2 cup chopped white onion
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1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
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Salsa verde or roja
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Lime wedges for serving
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Optional: Cotija cheese, avocado, crema
Instructions
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In a bowl or zip-top bag, combine marinade ingredients. Add chicken and coat well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
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Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes per side, until browned and fully cooked. Let rest, then chop or slice.
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Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or directly over a flame.
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Assemble tacos with chicken, onion, cilantro, and salsa. Add optional toppings. Serve with lime wedges