Description
These fried chicken street corn tacos are an all-out flavor explosion. Crispy, golden chicken meets smoky bacon, charred sweet corn, and a zesty jalapeño lime ranch that brings just the right kick. It’s Tex-Mex indulgence wrapped in a tortilla—perfect for taco nights when you want to turn up the flavor dial.
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken:
1 lb boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into strips
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Street Corn:
2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
4 strips crispy bacon, crumbled
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt to taste
For the Jalapeño Lime Ranch:
1/2 cup mayo
1/4 cup sour cream
1 jalapeño, seeded
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 clove garlic
Salt and pepper to taste
To Assemble:
8 small flour or corn tortillas
Extra cotija, lime wedges, cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Marinate chicken in buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes (or overnight).
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Dredge chicken in flour, shaking off excess, and fry until golden and cooked through (4–6 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
For street corn, cook corn in a dry skillet until charred. Mix with mayo, sour cream, lime juice, cheese, chili powder, and bacon.
Blend all jalapeño lime ranch ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
Warm tortillas. Fill with fried chicken, spoon on street corn, and drizzle with jalapeño lime ranch.
Top with extra cotija and cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Snack