Description
Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch are a delightful fusion of crispy fried chicken, sweet grilled corn, and a zesty sauce that brings the flavors of summer right to your table. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch paired with vibrant ingredients, making these tacos perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor, they are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ears corn on the cob (grilled or roasted)
- 8 soft flour tortillas or hard corn taco shells
- 2 fresh jalapeños (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1 cup sour cream
- Juice of 2 limes
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. In a shallow bowl, mix flour with paprika and garlic powder.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge chicken in flour mixture and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- Grill corn until charred slightly, about 8-10 minutes. Let cool before cutting kernels off the cob.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, lime juice, minced jalapeños, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with fried chicken and grilled corn, then drizzle with jalapeño lime ranch sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider marinating the chicken for an hour before frying. Swap fried chicken for grilled chicken for a lighter option. Add toppings like cilantro or avocado for enhanced flavor.