Grilled Chicken and Avocado Street Tacos
Some good street tacos. If you don’t want to double up on the tortillas you’ll only need about 12.
Yields: 4
Ingredients
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1 1/2 lbs. Trimmed boneless skinless chicken thighsFresh lime juice1/4 cup Olive oil3 cloves Peeled and smashed garlic2 tsp Ground cumin1 1/4 tsp Ancho chili powderSalt and freshly ground black pepper(About) 22 - 24 mini corn taco shells, warmed1 Large avocado, cored and sliced1 Small red or yellow onion, chopped1/4 cup Chopped cilantroLime wedgesMexican hot sauce
Directions
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Add chicken to a gallon size resealable bag.In a small bowl whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin chili powder, 1 tsp salt and 3/4 tsp pepper.Pour mixture over chicken in bag then seal bag while releasing an trapped air. Rub marinade over chicken.Transfer to refrigerator and allow to marinate at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours.Preheat a grill over medium-high heat (it should come to 425 - 450 degrees).Remove chicken from marinade.Season lightly with salt and grill until chicken has cooked through (thickest center should register from 165), turning once halfway through grilling, about 4 - 5 minutes per side.Transfer to a plate, cover with foil and let rest 5 minutes.