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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Tacos (Comfort Dinner Recipe)

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These Mexican street corn chicken tacos are creamy, zesty, and full of flavor, featuring juicy chicken and elote-style corn wrapped in warm tortillas. A perfect comfort food dinner ready in under 40 minutes.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (2 tacos each)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled (or feta if unavailable)
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, char corn kernels until slightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cayenne (if using), and half of the cotija cheese. Toss charred corn in the mixture to coat.
  5. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing chicken in each tortilla, then topping with the creamy street corn mixture.
  7. Garnish with remaining cotija cheese, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
  8. Serve hot with extra lime wedges on the side.

Notes

  • Add diced jalapeños to the corn for extra heat.
  • Swap chicken with shrimp for a lighter version.
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier twist.
  • Top with shredded cabbage or lettuce for crunch.
  • Grill the chicken for added smoky flavor.

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