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Close-up of Chicken Street Tacos showing the caramelized edges of the orange chicken marinade and charred yellow corn tortillas.

Chicken Street Tacos with Orange Spice Rub and Salsa Verde

Authentic Chicken Street Tacos featuring tender chicken in a vibrant orange spice rub, served on charred yellow corn tortillas with fresh cilantro, minced white onion, and a tangy pale green salsa verde drizzle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs diced into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2 tsp achiote powder for color and earthiness
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 16 small yellow corn tortillas 4-inch size
  • 1/2 cup white onion finely minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 4 large red radishes thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup salsa verde pale green variety

Equipment

  • 1 Cast Iron Skillet Essential for achieving a deep sear.
  • 1 Metal Taco Holder Helps with assembly and presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix oil, achiote, cumin, paprika, and orange juice. Add diced chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high. Cook chicken in batches until caramelized and cooked through (165°F).
  3. Place tortillas over an open gas flame or in a hot dry pan until charred brown spots appear on the edges.
  4. Double stack tortillas, add chicken, and top with onion, cilantro, radish, and a drizzle of salsa verde. Serve with lime.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for the best sear.
Double up on tortillas to prevent tearing from the juicy chicken.