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Rainbow Street Tacos

Brighten Up Your Meal with Colorful Rainbow Street Tacos

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Rainbow Street Tacos

About this recipe

Experience a vibrant explosion of flavors and hues with our Rainbow Street Tacos. These delightful bites bring together perfectly seasoned chicken and fresh toppings, making them an ideal choice for your next gathering or weeknight delight. Easy to prepare and packed with Mexican authenticity, these tacos will turn any meal into a festive occasion.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet.

  2. 2

    Add sliced chicken and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.

  4. 4

    Rest chicken briefly, then slice thinly.

  5. 5

    Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds per side.

  6. 6

    Assemble tacos by placing chicken slices on each tortilla.

  7. 7

    Top with lettuce, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, queso fresco, and sour cream.

  8. 8

    Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and serve immediately.

Chef's tip

Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with tofu for a vegetarian option. Adjust seasoning to your preference.

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