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Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch

  • Author: jenny
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (approx. 4 tacos) 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch are a delightful fusion of crispy fried chicken, sweet grilled corn, and zesty ranch dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or family dinners, these tacos offer a burst of flavor in every bite. With the satisfying crunch of chicken and the vibrant freshness of jalapeños and corn, they are sure to impress your guests and become a staple at your table.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ears corn on the cob
  • 12 jalapeños, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken thighs in lime juice, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix flour with seasonings. Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each thigh for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Grill or boil corn until tender; cool and slice kernels off the cob.
  5. In a bowl, blend sour cream, jalapeños, dill, parsley, and lime juice for the ranch dressing.
  6. Warm tortillas, layer with chicken and corn, drizzle with ranch dressing, and serve.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Use buttermilk for marinating chicken for extra tenderness. Adjust jalapeño quantity based on desired spice level. Feel free to substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options.