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Close-up handheld shot of three Authentic Chicken Street Tacos with visible char marks on chicken and pale green guacamole.

Authentic Chicken Street Tacos with Creamy Guacamole

These Authentic Chicken Street Tacos feature tender spice-rubbed chicken seared to perfection, served on toasted mini corn tortillas with creamy guacamole, crisp radishes, and fresh cilantro for the ultimate street-style experience.
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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
  

Chicken and Marinade
  • 1.5 lbs Chicken Breast 680g, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Neutral Oil 30ml, such as avocado or vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin 5g
Serving Ingredients
  • 12 pieces Mini Corn Tortillas Street taco size
  • 2 large Avocados Mashed into creamy guacamole
  • 0.5 cup White Onion 75g, finely diced
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro 15g, chopped
  • 4 small Red Radishes Thinly sliced
  • 2 whole Limes Cut into wedges

Equipment

  • 1 Cast-Iron Skillet Essential for getting a good sear and char marks.
  • 1 Mixing Bowl For tossing chicken in spice rub.

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Toss chicken chunks with oil and spice rub until thoroughly coated.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until char marks appear and internal temp reaches 165F.
Assemble Tacos
  1. Lightly toast mini corn tortillas on a dry pan until edges are slightly charred.
  2. Layer chicken on tortillas, top with creamy guacamole, onions, cilantro, and radishes.

Notes

Use a cast iron skillet for the best char marks.
Keep radishes in ice water for maximum crunch.