Description
Mexican street corn chicken tacos blend smoky grilled flavors with creamy, zesty toppings. Crisp tortillas and succulent chicken create a perfect handheld meal packed with authentic southwestern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 ears corn, washed
- 2 tsp olive oil
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup finely diced cilantro
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 lime, juiced
- Freshly ground salt and pepper
- ½ cup raw cashews
- ⅓ cup water (plus more to thin if necessary)
- 1 medium jalapeno, seeded
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 8 soft corn tortillas
- Extra thinly sliced
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Soften cashews through quick boiling or prolonged soaking, then blend with water, jalapeno, garlic, lime juice, seasonings until creamy and smooth. Reserve sauce for final assembly.
- Chicken Marination: Coat chicken thighs with olive oil and robust spice blend including cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Allow flavors to penetrate for minimum 30 minutes.
- Corn and Grilling Technique: Coat corn with olive oil and complementary spices. Ignite grill to 400°F, simultaneously roasting corn and chicken. Rotate corn until beautifully charred and caramelized, cooking chicken until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Salsa Creation: Transform grilled corn into vibrant salsa by combining kernels with diced avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Slice rested chicken into delectable bite-sized pieces.
- Taco Assembly: Quickly char tortillas for enhanced flavor profile. Spread luxurious cashew sauce, layer spice-infused chicken, crown with zesty corn salsa, garnish with additional jalapenos and fresh cilantro. Finish with another drizzle of creamy cashew sauce.
Notes
- Cashew Sauce Prep: Soak or boil cashews to ensure ultra-creamy, smooth texture without graininess.
- Marinate Strategically: Let chicken absorb spices for maximum flavor depth; longer marination means more intense taste.
- Grill Temperature Matters: Maintain consistent 400°F heat for perfect charring and caramelization on corn and chicken.
- Resting Meat Crucial: Allow grilled chicken to rest under foil, guaranteeing juicy, tender meat with sealed-in moisture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg