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Street Corn Chicken Smash Tacos

Street Corn Chicken Smash Tacos for a Flavor-Packed Night

Street Corn Chicken Smash Tacos are a quick, flavor-packed meal, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 6 small tortillas Small Organic Sourdough Tortillas Substitute with gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Can use ground turkey or beef.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili-Lime Seasoning Swap in chili powder, lime zest, and garlic powder if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Omit for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 spray Avocado Oil Spray Olive oil works well as a substitute.
For the Creamy Slaw
  • 2 cups Shredded Green Cabbage Can swap with other types of cabbage or lettuce.
  • 1 cup Charred Corn Can use fresh, frozen, or canned.
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Opt for dairy-free yogurt for a vegan diet.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Mayo Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime yields the best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro Optional.
  • 1/2 cup Cotija or Queso Fresco Feta can work as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or Tajín Tajín brings a zesty kick.
  • 1/4 cup Pickled Jalapeños Optional topping.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Combine shredded green cabbage, charred corn, plain Greek yogurt, light mayo (if using), fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, and crumbled cotija cheese in a bowl. Season with smoked paprika or Tajín and salt. Mix and refrigerate.
  2. Mix ground chicken with chili-lime seasoning, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and black pepper. Divide mixture into six small patties and set aside.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high and spray with avocado oil. Place a chicken patty in the skillet and press a tortilla on top. Cook for 3–4 minutes until crispy, flip, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
  4. Remove tacos from the skillet and top with street corn slaw, cotija cheese, Tajín, pickled jalapeños, cilantro, and fresh lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 17gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize spices and toppings to your liking. Enjoy the blend of flavors in every bite!

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