Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos With Bacon And Jalapeno Lime Ranch Recipe
Indulge in Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Bacon and Jalapeno Lime Ranch for a mouthwatering meal packed with bold flavors, crispy textures, and zesty sauces. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- For the Fried Chicken:
- Chicken tenders or thighs, boneless
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- For the Street Corn Mix:
- Corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- Mayonnaise
- Crumbled cotija cheese
- Lime juice
- Chili powder
- For the Jalapeno Lime Ranch:
- Ranch dressing
- Fresh jalapenos (chopped)
- Lime zest and juice
- Other Ingredients:
- Bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- Soft corn or flour tortillas
- Cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fried Chicken:
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
- Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a pan and fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Make the Street Corn Mix:
- Mix corn kernels, mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, and chili powder in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare the Jalapeno Lime Ranch:
- Blend ranch dressing, chopped jalapenos, lime zest, and juice in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Assemble the Tacos:
- Warm the tortillas. Layer with fried chicken, street corn mix, crumbled bacon, and drizzle with jalapeno lime ranch.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use an air fryer for a healthier option for the chicken.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding or reducing the jalapenos in the ranch dressing.
- Serve with lime wedges for extra tanginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg