Description
Mouthwatering Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos combine Mexican street corn magic with crispy chicken and zesty jalapeño lime ranch. Bacon bits and bold flavors make these tacos an irresistible feast you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb fried chicken tenders (homemade or store-bought)
- 4–6 small tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup street corn (grilled corn, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice)
Topping Ingredients:
- 4 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Crisp the bacon in a skillet until golden and crunchy, then carefully crumble into small fragments.
- Grill or char corn kernels until they develop a deep caramelized color, then mix with creamy mayonnaise, tangy cotija cheese, zesty lime juice, and a sprinkle of chili powder.
- Slice jalapeños into thin rings and whisk them into ranch dressing with freshly squeezed lime juice, minced garlic, and finely chopped cilantro to create a vibrant, spicy sauce.
- Slice pre-cooked fried chicken tenders into bite-sized chunks, ensuring each piece is evenly cut.
- Warm soft tortillas on a griddle or directly over a gas flame until they become pliable and slightly charred.
- Layer each tortilla with crisp shredded lettuce as a foundation, then strategically arrange the chicken pieces.
- Generously spoon the street corn mixture over the chicken, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Scatter crumbled bacon and shredded cheese across the top of each taco.
- Drizzle the jalapeño lime ranch sauce in a zigzag pattern, ensuring even distribution.
- Finish by garnishing with additional cilantro leaves and serving with fresh lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Customize chicken by using grilled or baked chicken for a healthier twist that maintains delicious flavor profiles.
- Swap flour tortillas with corn tortillas for a gluten-free option that enhances authentic Mexican street food experience.
- Create vegetarian version by replacing chicken with crispy tofu or roasted cauliflower and maintaining all other ingredients.
- Manage spice levels by removing jalapeño seeds or using mild green chiles for those preferring less heat in the ranch sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg