Jul 14 2026
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Pollo Taco Recipe

Inspired by Rubamba Restaurant
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Taco Assembly

Method

Marinating the Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Cooking the Chicken

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard any leftover marinade. Grill or cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  2. 4

    Shred the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Assembling the Tacos

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side, or until pliable.

  2. 6

    Build the Tacos

    Place a generous amount of shredded chicken on each tortilla. Top with chopped cilantro, diced red onion, and avocado slices.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve the tacos with lime wedges on the side and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

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