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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Taco

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos for Taco Night Joy

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos blend tangy pickles and creamy ranch, ready in 30 minutes for taco night joy.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound ground chicken can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder adjust according to taste preferences
  • 1 teaspoon paprika or swap for chili powder if you crave some heat
  • to taste salt and black pepper
For Assembling
  • 4 small tortillas gluten-free tortillas for a suitable alternative
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella or Jack) any melting cheese will work beautifully
  • 1 cup chopped dill pickles can substitute with sweet pickles or olives
  • to taste pickle brine optional ingredient for extra tang
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage can use lettuce or other greens
  • 1 cup cottage cheese or a dairy-free alternative if avoiding dairy

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Non-stick skillet
  • spatula
  • Separate Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 pound of ground chicken with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined and set aside.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the chicken mixture. Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. In another skillet over medium-low heat, sprinkle a thin layer of shredded mozzarella or jack cheese and allow it to melt and bubble for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Warm small tortillas over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
  5. Place a warm tortilla flat on a plate. Add a scoop of the cooked chicken mixture, followed by chopped dill pickles and shredded cabbage.
  6. In a small bowl, mix cottage cheese with ranch seasoning and lemon. Drizzle over tacos and add a splash of pickle brine if desired, then top with crispy cheese lace.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store any leftover chicken mixture in the fridge for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing assembled tacos to maintain texture.

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