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Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch

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If you’re in search of a dish that brings joy and flavor to your table, look no further than Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch. This recipe features crispy chicken tenders paired with sweet, smoky grilled corn, all drizzled with a creamy and zesty jalapeño lime ranch sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, these tacos are sure to impress family and friends alike. The combination of textures and vibrant flavors makes every bite a fiesta!

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
  • 3/4 cup sour cream (or a dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in pickle juice and buttermilk for at least 8 hours.
  2. Prepare the coating by mixing flour, cornstarch, and spices in one bowl; place buttermilk in another.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet for frying.
  4. Dredge marinated chicken in buttermilk, then coat in flour mixture; fry until golden brown.
  5. Grill corn until charred; mix with mayo, garlic, lime juice, scallions, cheese alternative, cilantro, jalapeños, chili powder, and salt.
  6. Combine mayo and sour cream with ranch seasoning for the dressing.
  7. Warm tortillas and assemble tacos with chicken, street corn topping, and ranch sauce.

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