Street Corn Cajun Chicken Tacos

Name: Street Corn Cajun Chicken Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 12 corn tortillas; 1/2 red pepper (diced); 1/2 green pepper (diced); 2 tomatoes (seeded and diced); 1/2 small red onion (diced); 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp storebought Cajun seasoning; 4 cobs of corn; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup crumbled feta or cotija cheese; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp chili powder; 2 cloves garlic (minced); 2 tbsp chopped cilantro; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; Cilantro; Limes; Jalapeno; Salsa; Sour cream

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These Street Corn Cajun Chicken Tacos are a fun twist on taco night and the perfect end-of-summer meal using fresh corn on the cob!

Mexican Street Corn Tacos with Cajun Chicken

Ingredients and substitutions

Corn tortillas – you can also use flour tortillas or make these tacos low-carb by using lettuce wraps.
Red and green peppers – use any colour bell pepper that you fresh.
Tomatoes – Roma tomatoes are best for this recipe but you can use any kind you have on hand as long as they’re fresh, seeded and diced.
Red onion – yellow or white onion would be the best substitutes here although they have a slightly milder flavour.

Cajun chicken

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Boneless skinless chicken breasts – try using boneless skinless chicken thighs, ground turkey or even ground beef for these tacos.
Olive oil – or any other neutral cooking oil like avocado or canola oil.
Cajun seasoning – use a store-bought version or make your own blend.

Street corn

Corn on the cob – the fresh corn is what makes this recipe so delicious. If corn isn’t in season, you can use canned or defrosted frozen corn instead.
Olive oil – or any other neutral cooking oil like avocado or canola oil.
Sour cream – mayonnaise would be a good replacement for sour cream.
Feta cheese – cojita cheese would also be delicious in this street corn.
Lime juice – fresh lime juice is preferred but the bottled variety can be used in a pinch.
Chili powder – you can also use a combination of paprika, cumin and cayenne for a similar flavour.
Garlic – freshly minced garlic is best but you can also use jarred minced garlic.
Cilantro – leave this out altogether if you don’t have any on hand.
Salt & pepper – to taste.

How to make this recipe

Soak the corn.
Grill the chicken and corn.
Prepare your toppings.
Make the street corn.
Assemble your tacos.
Serve and dig in!

What is street corn?

Mexican street corn, also known as elote, is a summer staple! It's essentially corn on the cob that has been barbecued or grilled and then slathered with a combination of tangy and creamy flavours. It is traditionally served as corn on the cob by street vendors as a snack or in restaurants as a side dish but it is also eaten as corn kernels.

Whether it's served on the cob or as kernels, make your elote by adding mayonnaise (I'm using sour cream), cotija cheese, lime juice and a variety of spices to kick up the flavour!

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a street taco?

A street taco is different from the popular “taco night” taco. It consists of grilled meats served on a soft corn tortilla and topped with fresh veggies like onions and tomatoes. Street tacos are a smaller serving so they make the perfect snack between meals or the perfect accompaniment to cocktail hour.

How do you make the grilled corn?

You can either grill or bake the corn for these tacos but I prefer grilling them – nothing quite beats the taste of fresh corn off the grill! Soak the corn cobs in a bowl of water for 15 minutes then brush it will olive oil and stick them on the grill for 10 minutes at medium-high heat.

What are the taco shells made of?

I personally prefer to use corn taco shells since they’re the most authentic option, but you can use any tortilla of your choice. You can even use lettuce wraps if you’re looking for a low-carb option or turn this recipe into burrito bowls by serving the chicken and street corn over rice.

What should you serve on the side?

These tacos are a full meal on their own but if you're looking for side ideas, you can't go wrong with margaritas, chips and guac!

Storing and reheating

I suggest storing the chicken separately from the tortillas, street corn and toppings so you can reheat it separately. If you store it in an airtight glass container, it’ll last in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. When you're ready to enjoy the dish, sprinkle a bit of water over top of the chicken to prevent it from drying out, then reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. While it is heating, warm up your corn tortilla and then assemble your tacos fresh from there.

Freezing the chicken

If you have leftover chicken, freeze it for later! You can freeze the extra chicken either raw or cooked. Once the cooked chicken has cooled down to room temperature, store it in an airtight container and freeze it for up to 3 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge then microwave it or reheat it in the oven before using it in your fresh tacos or another meal.

If you are freezing raw chicken, you can freeze it as is or marinated for the next time you create this dish! Freeze the chicken in a freezer bag or an airtight container for up to 3 months. When you're ready to enjoy the chicken, move it from the freezer to the fridge overnight and then follow the cooking instructions in the recipe card below.

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