Fried Chicken Tacos Recipe
fried chicken, corn, cheddar cheese, pickled onion, slaw, chipotle aioli, 3 flour tortillas + corn chips and salsa verde
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Taco Filling
Sides
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add chicken thighs and let marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well-coated.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the coated chicken and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Assemble the Tacos
- 4
Prepare the Tacos
Warm flour tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side. Add a layer of slaw mix, followed by fried chicken, corn, cheddar cheese, pickled onion, and a drizzle of chipotle aioli.
- 5
Serve
Serve the tacos with a side of corn chips and salsa verde.
