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Fried Chicken Street Corn Taco With Jalapeno Lime Ranch Recipe

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Savor the ultimate fusion of flavors with Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch. Crispy chicken, charred street corn, and a tangy, creamy jalapeño lime ranch come together to create a bold, irresistible taco recipe perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

  • For the Fried Chicken
    • Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
    • All-purpose flour
    • Cornstarch
    • Eggs
    • Buttermilk
    • Salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder
    • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Street Corn
    • Fresh corn kernels (or canned/frozen)
    • Butter
    • Chili powder
    • Cotija cheese (crumbled)
    • Lime juice
    • Cilantro (chopped)
  • For Jalapeño Lime Ranch
    • Ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
    • Fresh jalapeño (seeded and finely chopped)
    • Lime juice and zest
    • Fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • For Assembly
    • Small tortillas (flour or corn)
    • Shredded lettuce
    • Diced tomatoes
    • Optional: Hot sauce

Instructions

  • Prepare the Fried Chicken:
    • Marinate chicken in buttermilk with spices for 30 minutes.
    • Coat chicken in a mixture of flour, cornstarch, and seasonings.
    • Heat oil in a skillet and fry the chicken until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  • Make the Street Corn:
    • Heat butter in a skillet, add corn kernels, and sauté until slightly charred.
    • Toss with lime juice, chili powder, cilantro, and Cotija cheese.
  • Make Jalapeño Lime Ranch:
    • Mix ranch dressing, chopped jalapeño, lime juice, zest, and cilantro until well combined. Chill until ready to use.
  • Assemble the Tacos:
    • Warm the tortillas and layer with shredded lettuce, fried chicken pieces, charred street corn, and diced tomatoes.
    • Drizzle generously with jalapeño lime ranch. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought fried chicken strips to save time.
  • Adjust jalapeño in the ranch to your spice preference.
  • Add avocado slices for extra creaminess.

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