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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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Spice up your taco night with The Ultimate Guide to Fried Chicken Street Corn Tacos with Jalapeño Lime Ranch! These mouthwatering tacos combine crispy, golden-fried chicken tenders with sweet, smoky grilled street corn, all topped off with a zesty jalapeño lime ranch sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and festive gatherings alike, offering a delightful burst of flavors that will have everyone coming back for more. With easy preparation and flexibility in ingredients, you can customize these tacos to suit your family’s preferences. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a flavorful fiesta in every bite!

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 (for breading)
  • 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 dairy-free cheese (if preferred)
  • 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 non-dairy 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 (freshly squeezed)
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • Flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken tenders in pickle juice and buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. Combine flour, cornstarch, spices, and hot sauce in a bowl to create the breading mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet and fry marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
  4. Grill the corn until charred; remove kernels and mix with mayo, garlic, lime juice, cheese, scallions, cilantro, jalapeños, chili powder, and salt.
  5. Blend mayo, non-dairy yogurt, pickled jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, and seasoning to make the ranch sauce.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing fried chicken on tortillas topped with street corn salad and ranch sauce.

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