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Fried chicken street corn tacos garnished with fresh ingredients.

Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeno Lime Ranch

Celebrate summer flavors with these delicious tacos featuring juicy fried chicken, sweet grilled corn, and a zesty jalapeno lime ranch dressing.
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Tacos
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Fried Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk Use to marinate chicken
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For coating the chicken
  • Oil for frying Use enough oil to fry the chicken
For the Street Corn
  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 2 ears of corn) Use fresh for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Adjust for spice preference
For the Jalapeno Lime Ranch
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish
  • Lime wedges For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight).
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped jalapeno, lime juice, garlic powder, dill, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside in the fridge.
Grilling Corn
  1. Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium heat. Toss the corn kernels with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper until well-coated. Grill until charred and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat.
Cooking Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge in flour, coating well on both sides. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, around 6-8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Assembly
  1. In a dry skillet, warm the tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  2. To assemble, place a generous amount of fried chicken in the center of each tortilla. Top with grilled corn and a drizzle of jalapeno lime ranch. Finish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to replace chicken thighs with chicken breasts or a plant-based alternative for a healthier option. For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in buttermilk and flour for a crunchier texture.