Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos

Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos feature tender chicken strips, seasoned and fried to perfection, wrapped in warm tortillas, and topped with a tangy slaw. Easy to make and packed with flavor, these tacos are perfect for any meal.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breasts (boneless skinless , 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
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups green cabbage (shredded )
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
• 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Salt and pepper (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Marinate chicken:: In a medium bowl, marinate the chicken pieces in the buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2Prepare flour dredge:: In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. 3Heat the oil.: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
4. 4Dredge chicken through flour.: Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the seasoned flour, coating them evenly.
5. 5Fry the chicken.: Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
6. 6Prepare the Tangy Slaw:: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, corn kernels, red onion, and cilantro. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to combine. Set aside.
7. 7Assemble the Tacos:: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Fill each tortilla with a few pieces of crispy fried chicken. Top with a generous amount of tangy slaw and serve.