Description
These Fiery Street Corn Chicken Tacos combine the flavors of spicy seasoned chicken with creamy street corn topping, all wrapped in warm tortillas. A perfect blend of smoky, spicy, and savory tastes in every bite.
Ingredients
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For the Seasoned Chicken:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (grilled or rotisserie)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Street Corn Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (or more to taste)
- 1/3 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Additional:
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- Extra cotija, lime wedges, and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Seasoned Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the shredded chicken, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir until heated through and well coated with seasoning, about 3–4 minutes.
- Make the Street Corn Topping: In a bowl, mix together corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, hot sauce, cotija cheese, cilantro, and lime juice until fully combined.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the tortillas, fill each with seasoned chicken, top with street corn mixture. Garnish with cotija, cilantro, and lime before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeño or more hot sauce to the corn topping.
- You can char the corn in a skillet or on the grill for extra smoky flavor.
- These tacos pair well with a fresh slaw or avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
