This Fried Chicken Street Corn Taco recipe combines crispy fried chicken, sweet street corn, and a tangy jalapeno lime ranch sauce for the ultimate taco experience. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal, this dish will satisfy all your cravings.
Author:Ava
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Dinner
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken:
Boneless chicken thighs or breasts
Buttermilk
All-purpose flour
Cornstarch
Salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne
For the Street Corn Mix:
Grilled corn (or canned corn, drained)
Mayonnaise
Cotija cheese (or feta)
Lime juice
Cilantro
Chili powder
For the Jalapeno Lime Ranch:
Ranch dressing
Jalapeno (deseeded for less heat)
Lime juice and zest
Garlic
Fresh cilantro
To Assemble:
Small tortillas (corn or flour)
Extra cilantro, lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Prep the Chicken: Marinate chicken in buttermilk for 1 hour (or overnight for extra tenderness).
Bread the Chicken: Combine flour, cornstarch, and spices in a bowl. Dredge marinated chicken in the mixture until well-coated.
Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden and crispy. Slice into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the Street Corn Mix: Grill or sauté corn, then mix with mayo, cotija cheese, lime juice, cilantro, and chili powder.
Make the Jalapeno Lime Ranch: Blend ranch dressing with jalapeno, lime juice, garlic, and cilantro until smooth.
Assemble the Tacos: Warm tortillas, add fried chicken, top with street corn mix, and drizzle with jalapeno lime ranch. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a healthier option, air-fry the chicken instead of deep-frying.
Adjust jalapeno amount based on your spice tolerance.
Leftover street corn mix can be served as a side dish or used as a dip.