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    Home » Chicken

    Spicy Chicken Tacos with Grilled Corn

    Published: Jun 23, 2022 · Modified: Sep 7, 2022 by Mariah Mandile

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    These Spicy Chicken Tacos are bursting with flavor! They're filled with juicy chicken, grilled corn, fresh cilantro, and red onion. The perfect meal to serve on the patio in the summer!

    Close up picture of a spicy chicken taco.

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    🍴Ingredient Notes

    Ingredients for spicy chicken tacos measured out into small bowls.
    • Gluten-Free Tortillas - I used Siete Cassava Flour Wraps.
    • Corn on the Cob - You can also use canned or frozen corn. I just prefer the flavor of grilled corn on the cob.
    • Red Onion - If you like a milder red onion flavor, soak the chopped onion in water for 5 minutes before serving.

    Spicy Chicken

    • Chicken Breast - Any chicken breast will work for this recipe - thick or thin cut. Whenever I purchase meat, I try to find the highest quality. Butcher Box and Bell & Evans are my favorite brands for chicken.
    • Plain Coconut Yogurt - Any plain yogurt will work with this recipe.
    • Fresh Cilantro - Make sure you save some to garnish the tacos!
    • Lime - You'll need lime juice for the chicken marinade and also to drizzle over tacos.
    • Spices - You'll need Chili Powder, Cumin, Paprika, and Garlic Powder.

    Creamy Sauce

    • Chipotle Mayo - Any mayo will work for this recipe. I used Primal Kitchen Chipotle Lime Mayo made with avocado oil!
    • Plain Coconut Yogurt - Any plain yogurt will work.
    • Paprika - Feel free to add more if you want more of a kick!

    🍴Step by Step Instructions

    Step 1: Marinate Chicken

    Pat dry chicken breast and add to a mixing bowl with lime juice, coconut yogurt, chopped cilantro, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and garlic powder.


    Stir together until chicken is completely coated. Let the chicken chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes.

    Chicken marinating in glass bowl.

    Step 2: Peeling Corn on the Cob

    Next, peel the husk straight down on each corn on the cob. Do not remove the husk as this will serve as a handle for grilling.

    You can leave as is or tie the husk together with string to create a stronger "handle."

    Corn on the cob with the husk pulled back and tied.

    Step 3: Grilling Corn on the Cob

    Preheat grill to about 375-400 degrees. Place the corn on the grill first. It takes about 15 minutes on each side. (It should be charred.)

    Grilled corn on the cobb.

    Step 4: Grilling Chicken Breast

    Cook the chicken for about 8 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

    Grilled chicken on a plate.

    Step 5: Creamy Sauce

    To make the creamy sauce, add chipotle mayo, coconut yogurt, and paprika into a bowl. Use a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.

    Homemade creamy sauce in a bowl.

    Step 6: Preparing Taco Toppings

    Prepare corn by removing the husk. Cut down the cob with a sharp knife to remove the grilled kernels.

    Cut grilled chicken into slices, chop red onion, and warm tortillas.

    Taco ingredients lined up and measured out.

    Step 7: Assembling Tacos

    Assemble tacos by adding chicken, grilled corn, red onion, and creamy sauce. You can also add avocado, guacamole, lime juice, and fresh cilantro!

    Tortillas with chicken breast.
    Tortillas with chicken breast and grilled corn.
    Tortillas with chicken breast grilled corn and all toppings.
    Finished taco on a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Expert Tips

    • Don't forget to add salt to the corn on the cobb! You can also rub on butter or olive oil before grilling.
    • Get creative with toppings! You can also add guacamole, avocado, extra cilantro, lime juice, diced tomato or even salsa!
    • If you're using Siete tortillas, you have to warm them on the grill or in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds before serving.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you make spicy chicken tacos?

    Once you prepare all of the ingredients, just add a little bit of each topping onto a warm tortilla.

    Does taco seasoning work on chicken?

    You can use about ½ of a taco seasoning packet instead of the individual spices if that's all you have on hand.

    How much chicken do I need for tacos?

    You'll need about 1-½ pounds of chicken breast for this recipe.

    Overhead picture of spicy chicken tacos.

    How to store leftovers

    Store chicken and grilled corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Do not pre-make tacos. The tortilla will get soggy. Assemble before serving!

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    Recipe

    Close up picture of a spicy chicken taco.

    Spicy Chicken Tacos with Grilled Corn

    These Spicy Chicken Tacos are bursting with flavor! They're filled with juicy chicken, grilled corn, fresh cilantro, and red onion. The perfect meal to serve on the patio in the summer!
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 50 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 4
    Calories 528 kcal

    Equipment

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    Ingredients
      

    Spicy Chicken

    • 1+½ Pounds Chicken Breast
    • ¼ Cup Plain Coconut Yogurt Any plain yogurt will work with this recipe!
    • ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro
    • ½ Lime, Juiced
    • ½ Teaspoon Salt
    • ½ Teaspoon Chili Powder
    • ¼ Teaspoon Cumin
    • ¼ Teaspoon Paprika
    • ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder

    Tacos

    • 8 Gluten-Free Tortillas I used Siete Cassava Flour Wraps.
    • 3 Corn on the Cob
    • ¼ Cup Red Onion, Chopped

    Creamy Sauce

    • 3 Tablespoons Chipotle Mayo I used Primal Kitchen Chipotle Lime Mayo.
    • 2 Tablespoons Plain Coconut Yogurt Any plain yogurt will work!
    • ¼ Teaspoon Paprika

    Instructions
     

    Marinating Chicken

    • Pat dry chicken breast and add to a mixing bowl with lime juice, coconut yogurt, chopped cilantro, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and garlic powder.
    • Stir together until chicken is completely coated. Let the chicken chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes.

    Preparing Corn on the Cob

    • Next, peel the husk straight down on each corn on the cob. Do not remove the husk as this will serve as a handle for grilling. You can leave as is or tie the husk together with string to create a stronger "handle."

    Grilling

    • Preheat grill to about 375-400 degrees. Place the corn on the grill first. It takes about 15 minutes on each side. (It should be charred.)
    • Cook the chicken for about 8 minutes on each side or until cooked through.

    Creamy Sauce

    • To make the creamy sauce, add chipotle mayo, coconut yogurt, and paprika into a bowl. Use a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.

    Assembling Tacos

    • Prepare corn by removing the husk. Cut down the cob with a sharp knife to remove the grilled kernels.
    • Cut grilled chicken into slices, chop red onion, and warm tortillas.
    • Assemble tacos by adding chicken, grilled corn, red onion, and creamy sauce. You can also add avocado, guacamole, lime juice, and fresh cilantro.

    Notes

    Expert Tips

    • Don't forget to add salt to the corn on the cobb! You can also rub on butter or olive oil before grilling.
    • Get creative with toppings! You can also add guacamole, avocado, extra cilantro, lime juice, diced tomato or even salsa!
    • If you're using Siete tortillas, you have to warm them on the grill or in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds before serving.
    See full post for step-by-step photos and more information!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 528kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 42gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 117mgSodium: 962mgPotassium: 894mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 376IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
    Keywords dairy free tacos, grilled chicken tacos, grilled corn, spicy chicken tacos
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