Description
These Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime combine crispy fried chicken, charred sweet corn, and a zesty jalapeño lime mayo sauce, all wrapped in warm corn tortillas. This flavorful taco recipe brings together creamy, spicy, and tangy layers for a perfect quick and delicious meal inspired by classic street food.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Corn
- 2 cups cooked fried chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Jalapeño Lime Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings and Assembly
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
- 8 small corn tortillas
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Char the Corn: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the corn kernels and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is lightly charred, about 5-7 minutes, which will add a smoky sweetness to the dish.
- Make the Jalapeño Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, finely chopped jalapeño, fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a creamy, spicy, and tangy sauce that complements the tacos perfectly.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the corn tortillas using a dry skillet over medium heat or microwave them briefly until soft and pliable to make folding easier.
- Assemble the Tacos: Layer each warmed tortilla with shredded fried chicken and charred corn. Drizzle generously with the jalapeño lime sauce, then sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese on top. Add fresh chopped cilantro if desired for added freshness.
- Serve: Serve the tacos immediately to enjoy the contrast of textures and flavors while everything is warm and fresh.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn kernels; if fresh, cutting kernels off the cob works best.
- Adjust the jalapeño amount to control the heat level in the sauce.
- Fried chicken can be homemade or store-bought for convenience.
- For an extra smoky flavor, grill the corn instead of pan charring.
- To keep tortillas warm, wrap them in a clean kitchen towel after warming.
