Mexican Chicken Street Tacos
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Recipe type: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
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Serves: 8
 
Make taco nights even better with these easy Mexican chicken street tacos. Simple, fuss-free and absolutely delicious, these chicken tacos are a super hit with everyone!
You will need:
  • Chicken thighs - 1 lb, boneless and skinless
  • Cayenne powder - 1 tsp
  • Cumin powder - ½ tsp
  • Garlic powder - ½ tsp
  • Onion powder - ½ tsp
  • Salt - ½ tsp
  • Oil - 2 tbsp
  • Corn kernels - 1 cup, fresh or frozen
  • Red onion - 1, finely chopped
  • Cilantro - ½ cup, finely chopped
  • Jalapeno - 1, deseeded and chopped
  • Corn tortillas - 8, small
  • Lime wedges - as needed
How to:
  1. Cut chicken into small bite sized pieces. Rub with salt, cayenne, cumin, garlic and onion powders. You can use a tablespoon of store-bought taco seasoning instead.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet.
  3. Add chicken in a single layer and cook on both sides till browned, 8-10 minutes. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
  4. Now add the corn kernels and saute for a couple of minutes. Remove to a bowl and set aside.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together onions, cilantro and jalapeño. Season with a squeeze of lime juice and salt as per taste.
  6. Toast the tortillas on a hot cast-iron skillet or on the grill.
  7. Assemble tacos by topping tortillas with chicken, corn and onions. Serve with more lime wedges on the side and a nice, cold drink.
Notes:
1. Though I almost always use chicken thighs in my taco recipes, I am sure chicken breast pieces too can be used in this recipe.
Recipe by At The Corner of Happy And Harried at https://www.happyandharried.com/2017/05/04/mexican-chicken-street-tacos/