Mexican Street Corn Chicken Taco

Name: Mexican Street Corn Chicken Taco
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 12 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American,
Ingredients: 1 package mexican style street corn taco seasoning mix divided; 2 tbsps oil divided; 1 cup corn fresh, frozen or canned (drained); 2 tbsps mayonnaise; 1 pound boneless chicken breasts cut into thin strips; 1/2 cup water; 8 (6-inch) corn or flour tortillas warmed

Inspired by the flavor of the popular Mexican street food, elotes, these chicken tacos make a truly tasty weeknight meal in less than 20 minutes. Serve with favorite taco bar topping like crumbled Cotija cheese, cilantro, avocado and lime wedges for a real taco night win.

5m

PREP TIME

12m

COOK TIME

7

INGREDIENTS

Servings: 4 (2 Taco)

Ingredients

1 package McCormick® Mexican Style Street Corn Taco Seasoning Mix, divided
2 tablespoons oil, divided
1 cup corn, fresh, frozen or canned (drained)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips Substitutions available
- thighs, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup water
8 (6-inch) corn or flour tortillas, warmed

KEY PRODUCTS

INSTRUCTIONS

1 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add corn; cook and stir 3 minutes or until heated through. Stir in 1 tablespoon of the Seasoning Mix. Transfer to small bowl. Stir in mayonnaise; set aside.
2 Heat remaining oil in same skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 3 minutes. Stir in remaining Seasoning Mix and water. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer 3 to 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally.
3 Spoon chicken into warm tortillas. Top with corn mixture and serve with desired toppings.

Test Kitchen Tips: Serve with toppings such as crumbled Cotija or Parmesan cheese, cilantro, avocado, jalapeño, and lime wedges.