Chicken Street Tacos
Delicious and easy Chicken Street Tacos filled with juicy chicken thighs, zesty avocado, and fresh pico de gallo, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Marinade and Chicken
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking chicken
- 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice Brightens flavor and keeps the chicken moist
- 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Adds depth of flavor
- 1 Sweet Onion Chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic Mince for flavor
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Mix For authentic flavor
- 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Enhances richness
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy meat for tacos
Taco Assembly
- 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Soft and flavorful
- 1 cup Pico de Gallo Fresh topping
- 1 avocado Sliced Adds creaminess
- 1/2 cup Crumbled Cheese Optional topping
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream Optional topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on a clean surface.
- Finely chop the sweet onion, and mince the garlic.
- Zest the orange to get those fragrant oils, then juice it to prepare for cooking.
- Measure out your taco seasoning mix.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened (about 2-3 minutes).
- Stir in the taco seasoning, tomato paste, orange juice, and zest.
- Add the chicken thighs, coating them in the sauce, and let everything simmer until the chicken is cooked through (about 15-20 minutes).
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks in the skillet for that delicious, tender texture.
Serving
- Warm the corn tortillas on a skillet or in the microwave until pliable.
- Spoon the shredded chicken onto each tortilla.
- Top with freshly chopped pico de gallo, smooth avocado, crumbled cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve immediately and enjoy every delightful bite!
Notes
Use chicken thighs for tenderness, feel free to swap meats, and get creative with toppings!