What are chicken street tacos?

Chicken street tacos are a popular Mexican street food consisting of small corn tortillas filled with grilled or shredded chicken, and topped with various garnishes and sauces. We add homemade Sriracha Aioli for a pop of bold flavor.

What kind of chicken is best for street tacos?

For street tacos, it's best to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs. These cuts are flavorful, juicy, and cook quickly on the grill or stovetop.

How do you make Sriracha Aioli?

Combine mayonnaise, sriracha, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.

Can I use pre-cooked chicken for street tacos?

Yes, you can use pre-cooked chicken for street tacos if you're short on time. Simply shred or chop the cooked chicken and warm it up with your desired seasonings before assembling the tacos.

Can chicken street tacos be made gluten-free?

Yes, chicken street tacos can easily be made gluten-free by using corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas. Additionally, ensure that all other ingredients and seasonings are gluten-free.

Can chicken street tacos be made ahead of time?

Yes! Cut prep time in half by making the chicken marinade and the slaw the day before. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight). Then grill the chicken and assemble the tacos minutes before you're ready to serve.

Chicken Street Tacos

Ingredients

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4 - 4 oz chicken breasts
3 garlic cloves chopped
1 lime
1 tsp salt
8 tortillas
1 green onion
1/2 C shredded carrots
2 Cups shredded lettuce
1 C shredded sharp cheddar
1 tomato diced
1 C mayo
2 TBSP Sriracha sauce

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Instructions

Add juice of 1 lime, chopped garlic along with chicken breast in a bowl and combine.
Refrigerate covered for at least 1 hour.
Place chicken breasts on a hot grill and cook for 5 minutes over medium high heat. Flip chicken over and cook an additional 4 minutes.
Remove from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
Slice chicken breasts, very thin and keep warm by covering and placing them in a warm place until ready to assemble.
Prepare lettuce slaw by adding lettuce, carrots, diced green onions, and 1 tsp of lemon juice. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
To prepare Sriracha Aioli: simply combine mayo, sirachia and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
To assemble taco: place corn tortillas on hot grill or stove top for 20-30 seconds.
Add chicken mixture, lettuce mixture, and sirachia mayo to tortillas and top with shredded cheese and tomatoes.
Serve with a great pineapple jalapeño margarita

Author: Superman Cooks
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: entrée
Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 taco
Calories: 354
Sugar: 2.5 g
Sodium: 672.1 mg
Fat: 27.4 g
Carbohydrates: 18.9 g
Protein: 9.5 g
Cholesterol: 38.2 mg