Grilled Chicken Street Tacos

Nothing beats a street taco—super-juicy, tender meat in a quick grab-and-go format. What makes a taco a street taco? Besides being sold by a vendor right on the sidewalk, one of the main differences is the size of the tortilla. Street tacos are typically prepared by doubling up two smaller corn tortillas, making them easier to eat on the side of the street, in the car, anywhere! They're no frills yet tend to be some of the most craveable tacos around.

Most street vendors serve tacos like these with a mixture of chopped onion and cilantro on top and an array of salsa for patrons to choose from. Our version has a lime crema sauce, but any of your favorite salsas would also be a great match for these tacos. You should be able to find street-size taco shells alongside the other tortilla offerings in your average grocery store—major brands make them now. If you can’t find the smaller ones, then just use regular-sized shells and opt for about 8 large rather than 15 street-sized tacos.

Our version uses chicken thighs marinated in a zesty lime and spice blend. Thighs are much more forgiving than chicken breasts and can stand up to the high heat on the grill without drying out. Plus, the marinade has a touch of cornstarch, which helps to tenderize the meat for that delicious street-style filling. You can also warm the tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving until warm, about 30 seconds.

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