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Southwest Chicken Street Tacos

  • 10 Servings
  • 15 Minutes Prep Time
  • 8 Minutes Cook Time

These chicken street tacos made with chicken thigh meat have become a staple on our Pit Boss griddles since the first time we made them! The extra hit of lime juice, paired with the Pit Boss Smoked Salt & Pepper Rub takes these tacos to the next level!

Ingredients

  • 2lbs Chicken Thigh
  • 1 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 3 Tbsp Pit Boss Smoked Salt & Pepper Rub
  • 3 Limes, Quartered
  • 8-10 Street Taco Flour Tortillas
  • 1 Cup Shredded Cheese - Mexican Blend
  • Pico De Gallo
  • Creamy Jalapeño Ranch (*See Recipe)
  • ½ Cup Chopped Cilantro, to Garnish
  • Jalapeño Ranch Dressing Recipe
  • *Ranch prepared per package instructions (Hidden Valley Ranch)
  • 1/2 Med Jalapeño, Deseeded and Finely Chopped
  • 2 Tbsp Finely Chopped Cilantro
  • 1-2 Tsp Dill Pickle Juice, To Taste
  • 1-2 Tbsp Lime Juice

Directions

  • Prepare chicken breast by trimming excess fat.
  • Pound the chicken thigh meat out as flat as possible without breaking or tearing the meat with tenderizer (to 1/3-1/4 inch in thickness).
  • Bring the griddle to medium/low heat.
  • Once to temperature, lay the oil on the griddle, and place the chicken thighs in the oil.
  • Cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is halfway cooked from the bottom (will be a light brown color halfway up).
  • At this point, season the top side liberally with about half of the Pit Boss Smoked Salt & Pepper Rub, and squeeze about 1/3 of the limes onto the chicken.
  • Flip the chicken thighs, and use the remaining rub, and another 1/3 of the limes on the second side.
  • Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165° internal temperature.
  • Pull the chicken, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice the chicken thigh meat into 1/4 inch strips.
  • Place the tortillas onto a clean area on the warm griddle for about 30 seconds to heat up the tortillas.
  • On each tortilla, place a small handful of shredded cheese, 4-5 strips of chicken, Pico de Gallo, and top with a drizzle of Jalapeño ranch and cilantro to desired taste.

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