Description
Mexican Street Corn Chicken Tacos bring a burst of vibrant flavors to your dinner table. This recipe combines marinated grilled chicken with the irresistible taste of homemade street corn, topped with creamy avocado and cotija cheese. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family meal, these tacos are easy to prepare and sure to impress. Each bite is a delightful mix of zesty lime, savory spices, and fresh ingredients that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether it’s Taco Tuesday or a weekend feast, these tacos promise to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Chicken Breasts
- 1/3 cup Canola Oil
- 3 Tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 cups Cooked Corn
- 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese
- 6 Corn Tortillas
- 1 to 2 Avocados
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in canola oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix cooked corn with mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, cilantro, jalapeno, green onions, and garlic salt.
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet and assemble tacos by layering sliced chicken and street corn mix topped with avocado slices and cotija cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added heat, include diced jalapenos in the taco assembly. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor; ripe avocados and fresh corn make all the difference.