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Mexican Street Corn Chicken Tacos

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Juicy grilled chicken marinated in lime and spices, served on corn tortillas with charred street corn salsa, creamy chipotle mayo, cilantro, jalapeños, red onion, crumbled cotija cheese, and a squeeze of lime.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 4–6 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup roasted corn kernels
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. In a large zip-top bag, combine olive oil, lime juice, crushed garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and soy sauce. Add chicken breasts, seal bag, and marinate in refrigerator for 1 to 6 hours.
  2. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and adobo sauce to make chipotle mayo dressing. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Heat a large pan or grill pan over medium-high heat, spray with non-stick spray, and cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until no longer pink. Remove and let rest covered for 4-5 minutes.
  4. Heat a pan or griddle over medium-high heat, spray with non-stick spray, and warm tortillas 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
  5. Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces. Assemble tacos by layering chicken, roasted corn, cilantro, jalapeños, red onion, cotija cheese on each tortilla. Top with a squeeze of lime and a dollop of chipotle mayo dressing.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least one hour for best flavor. Use fresh roasted corn for authentic street corn taste. The chipotle mayo adds a smoky, creamy element that complements the spicy chicken and tangy lime.

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