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Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Buffalo Chicken Tacos: Quick Heat for Taco Night Excitement

These Buffalo Chicken Tacos offer a quick and exciting meal perfect for busy weeknights and game day gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust to taste.
For the Tacos
  • 8 tortillas Flour Tortillas Opt for corn or whole wheat for gluten-free.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Swap with blue cheese dressing if preferred.
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider pepper jack for extra spice.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, add the shredded cooked chicken over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 3-5 minutes until warmed through.
  2. Pour in buffalo sauce and stir well for another 2-3 minutes until fully coated.
  3. In a non-stick skillet, heat each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until warm.
  4. Spread ranch dressing on each tortilla, then fill with buffalo chicken mixture and top with cheddar cheese. Fold to enclose.
  5. Grill tacos in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your choice of toppings to make the tacos your own.

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