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Smashed Buffalo Chicken Tacos: Best Crispy 30-Min Recipe

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Smashed Buffalo Chicken Tacos are crispy, spicy tacos made with ground chicken, buffalo sauce, melty cheese, and fresh toppings for a bold and easy meal.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
  • 1/3 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Divide ground chicken into portions and press evenly onto each tortilla.
  2. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
  4. Place tortilla chicken-side down and cook for 3–4 minutes until crispy and fully cooked.
  5. Flip and cook tortilla side for 1–2 minutes until golden and crisp.
  6. Remove from skillet and drizzle buffalo sauce over the chicken.
  7. Add shredded cheese while hot so it melts.
  8. Top with lettuce and dressing, then serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use medium-high heat to achieve a crispy texture.
  • Keep the chicken layer thin for even cooking.
  • Do not assemble tacos too early to avoid sogginess.
  • Adjust spice level with your preferred buffalo sauce.
  • Add toppings like avocado or tomatoes for extra flavor.

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