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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos That Wow the Family

Delicious Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos, a crowd-pleaser for the family.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken can substitute with ground turkey or pork
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic for enhanced flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For the Tacos
  • 4 units Tortillas (corn or flour) flour for soft, corn for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Monterey Jack Cheese for crispy cheese layer
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Dill Pickles or fresh dill
  • 2 tablespoons Pickle Brine for added zest
  • 1 cup Shredded Cabbage (green or purple) iceberg lettuce alternative
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice fresh is best
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Oil for frying the chicken mixture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • skillet
  • blender
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken mixture and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. In a separate skillet, sprinkle cheese over medium-low heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes until melted and crispy. Slide onto parchment to cool.
  4. In a blender, combine cottage cheese, ranch seasoning, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  5. Warm each tortilla in a dry skillet for about 30 seconds on each side until pliable.
  6. Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with chicken, topping with pickles, cabbage, sauce, pickle brine, and cheese lace.
  7. Serve immediately while the cheese is crispy and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix chicken with care and watch the cheese while cooking. Store ingredients separately for freshness if leftovers remain.

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