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Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos
These fried chicken street corn tacos are a flavor explosion! Crispy fried chicken, sweet and savory street corn, and a creamy lime crema come together for an unforgettable meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
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Ingredients
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For the Fried Chicken
1.5
pounds
boneless, skinless chicken thighs
cut into 1-inch pieces
1
cup
all-purpose flour
0.5
cup
cornstarch
1
teaspoon
paprika
0.5
teaspoon
garlic powder
0.5
teaspoon
onion powder
0.25
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
1
teaspoon
salt
0.5
teaspoon
black pepper
2
large
eggs
beaten
0.5
cup
milk
vegetable oil
for frying
For the Street Corn
4
cups
corn kernels
fresh or frozen
1
tablespoon
butter
0.5
cup
mayonnaise
0.25
cup
cotija cheese
crumbled
1
lime
juice
0.5
teaspoon
chili powder
0.25
teaspoon
salt
For the Lime Crema
0.5
cup
sour cream
2
tablespoons
lime juice
1
tablespoon
cilantro
chopped
salt
to taste
For Assembly
extra cilantro
for garnish
lime wedges
for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Fried Chicken
In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken in batches, without overcrowding the pan, for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain.
Make the Street Corn
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels and cook until slightly softened, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove skillet from heat. Stir in mayonnaise, cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until well combined.
Prepare the Lime Crema
In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt until smooth.
Assemble the Tacos
Warm the corn tortillas according to package directions.
Fill each tortilla with fried chicken pieces, street corn mixture, and a drizzle of lime crema.
Garnish with extra cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the street corn mixture. These tacos are best served immediately.