Juicy fried chicken paired with creamy street corn, tangy jalapeño lime ranch, and warm tortillas.
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
1 lb chicken tenders
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Street Corn:
2 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1 tsp chili powder
For the Ranch:
1/2 cup ranch dressing
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp diced jalapeños
Tacos:
8 small tortillas
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Directions:
Marinate Chicken: Place chicken tenders in a bowl with buttermilk. Let marinate for 20 minutes.
Prepare Coating: In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne. Dredge chicken in the mixture.
Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken tenders until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Make Street Corn: In a skillet, cook corn kernels over high heat until slightly charred. Mix with mayonnaise, cotija cheese, and chili powder.
Prepare Ranch: In a small bowl, combine ranch dressing, lime juice, and diced jalapeños.
Assemble Tacos: Warm tortillas and fill each with a fried chicken tender, street corn, and a drizzle of ranch. Top with cilantro.
Serve: Serve immediately.
Prep Time: 35 minutes | Calories: 450 kcal per taco
Tips: Add pickled red onions or avocado slices for extra flavor and texture.
