Description
Enjoy these Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos featuring tender buttermilk-marinated chicken strips fried to golden perfection, served in warm flour tortillas and topped with a fresh, tangy cabbage and corn slaw. Perfect for a quick yet flavorful 45-minute meal that serves 8.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Tortillas and Slaw
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken strips in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Stir to coat well and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Prepare Breading: In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create an even seasoning for the coating.
- Fry Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Remove the marinated chicken from buttermilk, dredge each strip in the seasoned flour to coat completely, and carefully fry the chicken in batches. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes, turning as needed. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Make Slaw: In a bowl, toss together shredded cabbage, corn kernels, red onion, and chopped cilantro. In another bowl, whisk the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss well to combine.
- Assemble Tacos: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Fill each tortilla with several pieces of crispy fried chicken and top with a generous amount of the prepared slaw. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight in buttermilk can enhance tenderness and flavor further.
- Adjust seasoning in the slaw dressing to your taste, adding more lime juice or sugar if desired.
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature at 350°F for perfect frying results.
- For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or hot sauce to the slaw dressing.
- Leftover fried chicken can be reheated in a toaster oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
