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Crispy Street Corn Chicken Tacos

Crispy Street Corn Chicken Tacos with Zesty Lime Crema Bliss

Delight in crispy street corn chicken tacos bursting with flavor and zesty lime crema, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs Can swap for breasts
  • 1 cup flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
  • ½ cup vegetable oil Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas Opt for organic varieties, gluten-free
For the Street Corn Topping
  • 1 cup frozen street corn Fresh corn is best in season
  • ½ cup Cotija cheese Try 'El Mexicano' for best results
  • ¼ cup cilantro Skip if not a fan
For the Zesty Lime Crema
  • 1 lime lime Fresh limes recommended
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder Adjust per spice preferences
  • 1 cup sour cream Dairy-free option for a lighter dish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • spatula
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, shaking off excess, and set aside.
  2. Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the floured chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. While the chicken cooks, mix frozen street corn with crumbled Cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice in a medium bowl until well-combined.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or wrap in foil and warm in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, lime zest, and chipotle powder until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste.
  6. Assemble tacos by layering a warm tortilla with crispy chicken, street corn mixture, and drizzling with the zesty lime crema. Add fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken and street corn in separate airtight containers for up to 3 days. Leftover lime crema can be stored for 2 days in the fridge.

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