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The Ultimate Guide to 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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Treat your taste buds to The Ultimate Guide to Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch: A Flavorful Fiesta in Every Bite. This vibrant dish marries crunchy, perfectly fried chicken with sweet, smoky street corn, all topped off with a zesty jalapeño lime ranch sauce. Whether for a busy weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends and family, these tacos are sure to impress with their bold flavors and colorful presentation. They are easy to prepare and customizable, making them ideal for everyone at the table. Get ready to bring joy and excitement to your taco night!

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
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk
  • Peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 5–6 ears of corn, husked and grilled
  • 1/3 cup mayo
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 lime, juiced and zested
  • 1/3 cup sliced scallions
  • 1/3 cup grated cotija cheese (or a dairy-free alternative)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, diced
  • 1/2–1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup mayo (or vegan mayo)
  • 3/4 cup sour cream (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice
  • 3/4 cup cilantro, large stems removed
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • Flour tortillas (or corn tortillas for a gluten-free option)

Instructions

  1. 1. Marinate chicken tenders in pickle juice and buttermilk for at least one hour.
  2. 2. In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and seasonings. Dredge marinated chicken in the mixture.
  3. 3. Heat oil in a deep skillet and fry chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  4. 4. Grill corn until charred; mix kernels with mayo, garlic, lime juice, scallions, jalapeños, chili powder, and salt.
  5. 5. Prepare jalapeño lime ranch by whisking together mayo, sour cream, seasonings, cilantro, lime juice, and buttermilk.
  6. 6. Assemble tacos with fried chicken, street corn mixture, and drizzle with ranch.

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