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Close-up of a Homemade Chicken Street Taco topped with red cabbage, cilantro, and a bright green creamy sauce.

Homemade Chicken Street Tacos

Make these chicken street tacos at home for a fresh take on a classic street food. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 5 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
For Assembly and Toppings
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion chopped
  • 2 cups chopped purple cabbage
  • 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
  • 1 recipe Creamy Tomatillo Dressing
  • 12 small corn tortillas

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet or grill pan
  • Small bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Spray heavily with cooking spray.
  2. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness or cut in half lengthwise to form thinner cutlets. This helps them cook evenly.
  3. Combine salt, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Season both sides of all chicken breasts generously with the spice mixture.
  4. When the skillet is hot, add 3 chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through. Cook the chicken in 2 batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a large cutting board and cut it into bite-size strips.
  6. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for 10 to 20 seconds, or warm them on a dry skillet.
  7. To assemble the tacos, place some chicken down the center of one corn tortilla. Add a couple of tablespoons each of chopped cilantro, raw onion, and purple cabbage. Sprinkle the top with a little Cotija cheese and Creamy Tomatillo dressing.
  8. Repeat this process with all the chicken, tortillas, and toppings. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is a good base for a satisfying meal. You can adjust the spice levels or add other fresh toppings you prefer.

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