Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos Recipe
Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos combine flavorful ground chicken seasoned with garlic and paprika, crispy cheese lace, tangy dill pickles, crunchy cabbage, and a creamy ranch-cottage cheese sauce. Finished with a drizzle of pickle brine, these tacos offer a delicious fusion of textures and tangy flavor perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 small tacos 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 8 small tortillas
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Jack cheese
- ½ cup chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons pickle brine
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
Ranch Sauce
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning
- A squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, mix the ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined to ensure the chicken is evenly flavored.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned ground chicken, stirring frequently, until it is fully browned and crumbled, about 8-10 minutes.
- Make Cheese Lace: In a separate non-stick pan, sprinkle the shredded mozzarella or Jack cheese in small circles. Cook over medium heat until the cheese melts and becomes crispy and lacy, then carefully remove and set aside.
- Warm the Tortillas: Warm the tortillas either in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds each side or briefly in the microwave until soft and pliable.
- Prepare the Ranch Sauce: Blend the cottage cheese with ranch seasoning and a squeeze of lemon juice until smooth to create a creamy ranch sauce.
- Assemble the Tacos: On each warmed tortilla, layer the cooked ground chicken, a cheese lace piece, chopped dill pickles, shredded cabbage, and a generous dollop of the ranch sauce.
- Finish with Pickle Brine: Drizzle each taco with pickle brine for an extra burst of tangy flavor right before serving.
Notes
- Use a non-stick pan to cook the cheese lace to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Adjust the amount of pickle brine according to your taste preference for tanginess.
- For extra crunch, toast the tortillas lightly in a dry pan before assembling the tacos.
Keywords: Dill Pickle Ranch Tacos, Ground Chicken Tacos, Cheese Lace Tacos, Quick Dinner Recipes, Ranch Sauce Tacos, Crispy Cheese Tacos
