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Crispy Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos

Crispy Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos You'll Crave

Crispy Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos are a flavorful, crowd-pleasing twist on taco night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Choose fresh, pink-hued meat for the best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor; ensure it's fine and free of clumps.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds depth; keep the container sealed to maintain potency.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Provides additional flavor and color; choose either sweet or smoked.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Freshly cracked pepper offers sharper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Use a high-smoke point oil for optimal pan searing.
For the Tacos
  • 8 small Corn Tortillas Select pliable, fresh tortillas that won’t crack easily.
  • 1 cup Dill Pickle Slices Thick-cut slices are recommended for maximum crunch.
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Iceberg or romaine is advised for freshness and crunch.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Shred from a block for better melting quality.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Opt for buttermilk-based for a richer texture.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Full-fat is best for creaminess, offering a cooling finish.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat the Skillet: Begin by pouring a couple of tablespoons of vegetable oil into a large skillet and place it over medium-high heat. Allow the oil to heat up for about 2 minutes.
  2. Shape the Chicken Patties: While the skillet heats, divide your ground chicken into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a small ball. Gently flatten each ball into a patty.
  3. Season the Patties: Transfer the patties to a plate and generously season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Cook the Chicken Patties: Carefully place the seasoned patties into the hot skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.
  5. Warm the Corn Tortillas: While the chicken patties are cooking, warm the small corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  6. Assemble the Tacos: Take each warm tortilla and place a chicken patty in the center. Top each one with lettuce, dill pickle slices, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and sour cream.
  7. Serve Immediately: Arrange your tacos on a platter and dig in while they're hot! Consider serving with extra ranch dressing on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacosCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, preheat your skillet properly and use fresh, pliable tortillas.

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