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Loaded Chicken Street Tacos

Flavorful and customizable, these Loaded Chicken Street Tacos are perfect for a weeknight meal or a party for all!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 medium chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 6 small tortillas or tortilla shells
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • avocado
  • tomato
  • lettuce
  • peppers
  • beans
  • rice
  • lime

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Trim the excess fat off of the chicken thighs.
  • In a large oven proof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium to medium-high heat.
  • Lay the chicken thighs out on a plate. Evenly sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic salt, and cumin. Turn the chicken thighs over and do the same to the other side.
  • Lay the chicken thighs flat in the pan and let them begin to cook., about 5-7 minutes. Once they have browned, turn them over and let the reverse side cook, about 4-6 more minutes.
  • Immediately move the whole skillet into the oven to let the chicken cook all the way through. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until all pinkness is gone from the inside of the chicken.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven and cut into approximately 1 inch pieces. I place the chicken thighs on a cutting board and given them a very rough chop all over.
  • Prepare the topping ingredients of your choice.
  • Lay out the toppings and chicken in separate bowls. Lay out the tortillas or shells, and let your guests build their own chicken street tacos!