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Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch

The Ultimate Guide to Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch: A Flavorful Fiesta in Every Bite
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If you’re eager to elevate your taco night, look no further than these Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch. This dish combines crispy fried chicken, sweet grilled corn, and a creamy jalapeño ranch that packs a flavorful punch in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, these tacos are colorful, delicious, and sure to impress. Not only are they quick to prepare, but they also offer flexibility in ingredients, allowing you to customize them based on your preferences. Get ready for a fiesta of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken tenders
  • 1 cup pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne powder
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 5–6 ears of corn, husked and grilled
  • 1/3 cup mayo (or vegan alternative)
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 1/3 cup sliced scallions
  • 1/3 cup grated cotija cheese (or vegan cheese alternative)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 1/2–1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup sour cream (or plant-based yogurt)
  • 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning (check for non-animal derived ingredients)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños (or fresh if preferred)
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice (or additional lime juice)
  • 3/4 cup cilantro, large stems removed
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk (or plant-based alternative)
  • Flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for gluten-free option)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in pickle juice and buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, onion powder, black pepper, cayenne powder, and hot sauce in a bowl for coating.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture and fry until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
  5. Grill corn until lightly charred; mix kernels with mayo, garlic, lime juice/zest, scallions, cilantro, jalapeño, chili powder, and salt.
  6. Prepare jalapeño lime ranch by mixing mayo, sour cream/yogurt, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, pickled jalapeños with their juice, cilantro leaves, lime juice and buttermilk.
  7. Assemble tacos by layering chicken tenders with street corn salad and jalapeño lime ranch on warm tortillas.

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