Tex-Mex Fiesta Street Tacos

Tex-Mex Fiesta Street Tacos

Discover the ultimate copycat recipe for Tex-Mex Fiesta Street Tacos, packed with flavor and ready to bring the street-food experience home.

Time: Prep Time: 15 minutes - Cook Time: 10 minutes - Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Street Food

Allergens

Dairy (in cheese)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 cups cooked pinto beans, seasoned
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup prepared salsa verde
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and cook the chicken until no longer pink, about 5 7 minutes. Add salsa verde and simmer for another 2 3 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
  2. On another griddle or large pan, warm up the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side.
  3. Assemble tacos by placing a generous scoop of chicken mixture, a spoonful of pinto beans, sprinkle of shredded cheese, and garnish with cilantro and avocado slices. Finish with a squeeze of lime juice.

Chef’s Insight

Feel free to customize these street tacos with your favorite Tex-Mex toppings like pickled onions, jalapeños, or sour cream.

Notes

Adjust seasoning as needed based on individual taste preferences.

Cultural or Historical Background

The concept of street food is deeply rooted in the cultures of Mexico and other Latin American countries, where vendors would peddle their wares from street carts and stands.