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Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Chicken Street Tacos

Each Chicken Street Taco delivers 31g protein and 271 calories — a lean lunch option that fits tight macro targets. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, giving you ready-to-eat tacos for multiple days without the assembly line at mealtime. Perfect for maintaining a calorie deficit while staying full between training sessions.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Orange Juice, Fresh(60g)
  • Lime Juice, Fresh(15g)
  • Garlic
  • Ancho Chile, Dried(10g)
  • Onion powder(10g)
  • Paprika, Smoked(10g)
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless(907g)

    Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.

  • Mango
  • Yellow Onion
  • Cabbage, Green(480g)
  • Cilantro, Fresh(120g)
  • Lime Juice, Fresh(30g)
  • Sea Salt, To Taste
  • Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
  • Avocado
  • Salsa Verde, Prepared, Store-Bought(120g)
  • Lime

Instructions

  1. 1Combine the orange juice, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, dried ancho chile, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a large bowl and whisk until smooth. Add the chicken thighs and turn to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
  2. 2Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade (reserve marinade) and place skin-side down in the dry skillet. Cook 6–8 minutes until the skin is golden brown and renders fat, then flip and cook 5–7 minutes longer until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer.
  3. 3Transfer the cooked chicken to a cutting board, let rest for 5 minutes, then thinly slice or shred.
  4. 4While the chicken rests, combine the raw mango, diced onion, shredded cabbage, fresh cilantro, and remaining lime juice in a large bowl. Toss gently and season with salt to taste.
  5. 5Warm the corn tortillas over medium heat in the skillet (about 30 seconds per side) or directly over a gas flame until pliable and lightly charred.
  6. 6Divide the sliced chicken evenly among 6 airtight containers. In each container, add a portion of the mango slaw, sliced avocado, and salsa verde. Pack the warm tortillas separately or layer between parchment paper in the containers.
  7. 7Let the containers cool to room temperature, then seal and refrigerate. Store for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken gently over medium heat (2–3 minutes) or microwave (1–2 minutes) before serving with lime wedges.

Nutrition — Per Serving

271

calories

31g

protein

13g

fat

Carbohydrates
11g
Saturated fat
2.6g
Sodium
302 mg
Dietary fiber
4.2g

6 servings per batch · ~294g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Chicken Street Tacos have per serving?

Each serving has 31g of protein with only 271 calories, making it one of the leanest protein options available. The macro split is 13g fat and 11g carbs, so you're getting protein-dense nutrition with minimal carb load.

How long does Chicken Street Tacos take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 6 servings on the stovetop, so you can batch-prepare an entire week's worth of lunches in one cooking session. Stovetop cooking means minimal equipment cleanup compared to oven-based alternatives.

Is Chicken Street Tacos good for fat loss?

At 271 calories and 31g protein per serving, this recipe is highly effective for fat loss phases where you need to create a calorie deficit without sacrificing protein intake. The low carb content (11g) keeps insulin response minimal while the high protein supports muscle retention during a cut.

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