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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese Delight

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These tacos feature tender ground chicken, crispy cheese lace, and tangy dill pickles in a fun, crunchy package.

  • Total Time: 30
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 2 tablespoons pickle brine
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese blended with 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning and a squeeze of lemon

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken mixture in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  3. In a separate pan, heat tortillas until warm.
  4. Prepare cheese lace by melting cheese in a non-stick skillet until crispy.
  5. Assemble tacos with chicken, dill pickles, and shredded cabbage.
  6. Top with cottage cheese mixture and drizzle with pickle brine.

Notes

Use a non-stick skillet for the cheese lace to prevent burning. Store cooked components separately in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg