Description
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Tacos are a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings together the essence of street food with homemade comfort. These tacos feature marinated grilled chicken, topped with a refreshing street corn mixture, creamy avocado slices, and the richness of cotija cheese. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Each bite is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making these tacos an instant crowd-pleaser. Serve them at your next gathering or enjoy them as a quick weeknight meal for a satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts (or tenderloins or thighs)
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup Canola Oil (or EVOO)
- 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice (about 2 to 3 limes)
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper
- 2 cups Cooked Corn (from corn on the cob or frozen white corn)
- 1 to 2 Tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon Lime Juice
- 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1/4 cup Cilantro
- 1/2 Jalapeno (chopped)
- 2 Green Onions (sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Salt
- 6 to 12 Corn Tortillas
- 1 to 2 Avocados (sliced)
- 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese
- Cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 3 Tablespoons Taco Sauce (or more depending on spice preference)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing canola oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken well and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the street corn mixture by combining cooked corn, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cilantro, jalapeño, green onions, and garlic salt in another bowl.
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 6–7 minutes on each side until fully cooked through.
- Warm corn tortillas on the grill or stovetop until pliable. Slice the grilled chicken and assemble tacos by layering chicken, street corn mixture, avocado slices, cotija cheese, cilantro, sour cream, and taco sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate longer if time allows. You can substitute chicken with shrimp or beef for variation. Adjust spice levels by adding more or less jalapeño according to preference.