Paleo Chicken Street Tacos

Transform your taco night with these irresistible Paleo Chicken Street Tacos—an easy, flavorful recipe that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for clean eating! Tender, marinated chicken thighs are infused with zesty lime, smoky cumin, and aromatic spices before being grilled to perfection. Wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves instead of traditional tortillas, these tacos are both low-carb and paleo-friendly. The vibrant toppings—creamy mashed avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy red onion, and fresh cilantro—add a burst of color and flavor to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes (plus marinating time), these healthy chicken tacos are ideal for a quick dinner or meal prep. Customize with sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick and enjoy a guilt-free, crowd-pleasing dish that's as satisfying as it is nutritious!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 avocado
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup cilantro, chopped
• 8 pieces lettuce leaves, large
• 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Place chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken.

Step 3

Seal the bag or cover the dish, and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.

Step 6

Cook the chicken on the preheated grill or skillet for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Step 8

While the chicken is resting, prepare the toppings by smashing the avocado in a bowl, and separately combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, and half of the chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Serve by placing a few strips of chicken in the center of each lettuce leaf, top with a spoonful of avocado, the tomato mixture, sliced jalapeños (if using), and garnish with the remaining cilantro.

Step 10

Roll or fold the lettuce leaves to enclose the fillings and enjoy your Paleo Chicken Street Tacos!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1563.0

Total Fat 102.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 567.0mg	0%
Sodium 1640.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 127.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.1mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2894.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.0%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 10.0%