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Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos

Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos: Crispy Comfort Food Delight

Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos are a delightful meal combining savory chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch flavor wrapped in baked tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.
  • 6 slices Bacon use turkey bacon for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese substitute with mozzarella blends or Pepper Jack for spice.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar/Colby Jack Cheese can be replaced with any preferred melting cheese.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing homemade ranch can be used for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be substituted but use less (1 clove).
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh onion can be added in cooked form if preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper more or less can be used depending on preference.
For the Tacos
  • 8 large Flour Tortillas corn tortillas can be used but may require careful handling.
  • 4 sprays Olive Oil Spray or Melted Butter butter will add extra flavor.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions these enhance flavor beautifully.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes season them lightly for a pop of flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Extra Ranch perfect for ranch lovers wanting even more zing.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream consider Greek yogurt for a lighter twist.
  • to taste Hot Sauce squeeze it on for a flavorful surprise!

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave

Method
 

Baked Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish or pan lightly with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar cheese. Drizzle in ranch dressing, then add garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Warm flour tortillas in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds until pliable.
  4. Spoon an even amount of the chicken bacon filling into each tortilla and fold them gently to create tacos.
  5. Place the filled tacos seam-side down in the prepared baking dish and brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes before garnishing with your choice of toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 22gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Feel free to customize your tacos by swapping out proteins or adding vegetables for a unique twist.

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