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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese Delight

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese Delight

Enjoy these fun Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese Delight, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Feel free to swap with ground turkey or a plant-based alternative.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic works as a delightful substitute.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Try using smoked paprika for a bolder taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Tacos
  • 8 small Tortillas Choose gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Jack Cheese Any melting cheese of your choice will work.
  • 1 cup Chopped Dill Pickles Feel free to try sweet pickles for a different flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Pickle Brine Add a splash for extra tang.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Lettuce or coleslaw can serve as substitutes.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese blended with Ranch Seasoning and Lemon Dairy-free yogurt works as a non-dairy option.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, blend ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil, and cook the chicken mixture for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
  3. In a non-stick skillet, sprinkle shredded cheese evenly and melt over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes until crispy.
  4. Warm small tortillas in a pan for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
  5. Load each tortilla with cooked chicken, chopped dill pickles, shredded cabbage, cottage cheese mixture, pickle brine, and crispy cheese lace.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize each element to suit your family’s preferences while savoring every bite of this delightful dish.

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