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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos

A delightful twist on tacos that combines the crunch of crispy cheese with zesty dill pickles and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (preferably Halal)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup dill pickles, chopped
  • ½ cup ranch dressing
For the Tacos
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (e.g., cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or another cooking oil)
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking
  1. Once hot, sprinkle the shredded cheese in a thin, even layer. Allow it to cook until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully remove it from the skillet and let it cool on parchment paper.
  2. In the same skillet, warm the corn tortillas for about 30 seconds on each side until soft and pliable.
Assembly
  1. On each tortilla, add a generous amount of the seasoned chicken, followed by chopped dill pickles and a drizzle of ranch dressing.
  2. Break the cheese lace into pieces and place them on top of the tacos for that perfect crunch.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve your Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos hot and enjoy!

Notes

Substitutions: If you can’t find dill pickles, feel free to switch them out for sweet pickle relish. You can also use leftover rotisserie chicken for an even quicker meal. Ensure your skillet is hot enough before adding cheese for the lace to crisp properly.