Description
Spicy fried chicken street corn tacos bring Mexican street food magic to your kitchen, combining crispy poultry with zesty jalapeño lime ranch. Creamy, crunchy layers deliver bold flavors that will make taste buds dance with pure culinary excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups cooked fried chicken (cut into strips)
Corn and Vegetable Components:
- 1 cup grilled or roasted corn kernels
- 1 jalapeno (thinly sliced, optional for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Cheese, Tortillas, and Dressing:
- 4 small tortillas
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1/2 cup jalapeno lime ranch dressing
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant jalapeno lime ranch by whisking mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, finely chopped jalapeno, cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth and well-combined.
- Gently warm tortillas on a hot skillet or grill for 15-30 seconds per side, creating light char marks and enhancing their flexibility.
- Layer golden fried chicken strips across the center of each warmed tortilla, creating a protein foundation for the taco.
- Distribute grilled corn kernels evenly over the chicken, ensuring each taco receives a generous portion of sweet and smoky corn.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro leaves and crumbled cotija cheese across the tacos, adding texture and robust flavor profiles.
- Optional: Garnish with thinly sliced jalapeno rings for an extra burst of heat and visual appeal.
- Generously drizzle the prepared jalapeno lime ranch dressing over the tacos, allowing the creamy sauce to cascade across the ingredients.
- Serve immediately while tortillas remain warm and chicken maintains its crispy exterior, ensuring maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting jalapeno quantities in the ranch dressing for personal spice preferences.
- Swap traditional fried chicken with grilled, baked, or plant-based alternatives to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Enhance corn texture by briefly charring kernels on a hot griddle for deeper smoky flavor profiles.
- Consider preparing dressing ahead of time and refrigerating to allow flavors to meld and intensify before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg