Mexican Street Corn Chicken Tacos Recipe
Perfect for Taco Tuesday or any weeknight dinner, these Street Corn Chicken Tacos are packed with bold flavor, juicy chicken, and a creamy, zesty Mexican corn topping! A delicious fusion of elote-style corn and easy chicken tacos that your whole family will love.
Ingredients for Street Corn Chicken Tacos:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1 tbsp fresh lime juice
8 small corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Directions:
1. Season and Cook the Chicken:
Rub chicken breasts with chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F), about 6-8 minutes per side. Let rest, then shred.
2. Make the Street Corn Topping:
In a bowl, mix together corn kernels, mayonnaise, crumbled cotija cheese, and fresh lime juice until creamy and well combined.
3. Assemble the Tacos:
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and spoon over a generous amount of the creamy Mexican street corn topping.
4. Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro. Add extra lime wedges if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your flavor-packed chicken street tacos!
Why You’ll Love These Street Corn Chicken Tacos:
Quick and easy taco night recipe
Combines the flavors of elote (Mexican street corn) with tender seasoned chicken
Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a family-friendly dinner
Naturally gluten-free if using corn tortillas
Street Corn Tacos, Chicken Tacos, Elote Tacos
