Description
Sizzling barbecue chicken street corn tacos blend Mexican street food magic with smoky grilled flavors. Corn tortillas cradle tender chicken and charred corn, promising a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor bite by bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (300 g / 10.5 oz) cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups (300 g / 10.5 oz) corn kernels
- 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) barbecue sauce
- ¼ cup (30 g / 1 oz) crumbled Cotija or feta cheese
- 2 tbsps mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps sour cream
- ¼ cup (10 g / 0.35 oz) chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder or smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Sliced jalapenos (optional)
- Diced avocado (optional)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Barbecue Chicken: Simmer shredded chicken with barbecue sauce and chili powder in a skillet, stirring periodically to develop rich, intense flavors and prevent scorching.
- Craft Street Corn Topping: Char corn kernels in a hot skillet until golden-edged, then blend with mayonnaise, sour cream, Cotija cheese, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and pepper to create a creamy, tangy mixture.
- Warm Tortillas: Heat tortillas in a dry skillet, turning briefly to achieve pliability and a subtle crisp texture without burning.
- Assemble Tacos: Layer warm tortillas with barbecue-infused chicken, then lavishly top with the vibrant street corn mixture, ensuring each taco is generously filled.
- Finish and Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over tacos, optionally adding sliced jalapenos or avocado. Serve with lime wedges for a zesty, customizable finishing touch.
Notes
- Char Corn Carefully: Watch kernels closely while caramelizing to achieve golden brown edges without burning, ensuring a smoky, sweet flavor without bitterness.
- Control Chicken Moisture: Simmer barbecue chicken mixture on medium-low heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning and maintain a saucy, tender texture that doesn’t dry out.
- Warm Tortillas Gently: Use a dry skillet on low-medium heat, flipping quickly to prevent cracking or becoming too crisp, creating a soft, pliable base for tacos.
- Balance Toppings Strategically: Layer street corn mixture evenly over chicken, ensuring each bite delivers a perfect combination of smoky, creamy, and tangy flavors without overwhelming the taco.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg