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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos Recipe

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos Recipe You’ll Love

This Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos Recipe is a quick, flavorful dish loaded with ground chicken and crispy cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken or turkey or plant-based ground meat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika or sweet paprika for less heat
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper
For the Tacos
  • 8 small Tortillas corn or gluten-free tortillas are acceptable
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Jack Cheese or cheddar for a sharper flavor
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Chopped Dill Pickles or pickled jalapeños for spice
  • 2 tablespoons Pickle Brine or vinegar mixed with water
  • 1 cup Shredded Cabbage or swap for lettuce or slaw mix
For the Ranch Sauce
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese or Greek yogurt for a lower-fat option

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring an even coating. Mix thoroughly for about 2 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned ground chicken. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula until browned.
  3. Prepare a separate non-stick skillet over medium heat. Spread shredded mozzarella or jack cheese into small circles. Cook for 2-3 minutes until crispy.
  4. In the same skillet or microwave, warm tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  5. In a blender, combine cottage cheese with ranch seasoning and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  6. Assemble tacos by placing warm tortillas on a clean surface, filling with cooked chicken, adding crispy cheese lace, pickles, and cabbage. Drizzle with ranch sauce.
  7. Before serving, lightly drizzle pickle brine over the assembled tacos to enhance tanginess.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite toppings and spices for an extra twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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