Buffalo Chicken Tacos Recipe
Introduction
Buffalo Chicken Tacos combine the zesty heat of buffalo sauce with the comforting warmth of soft tortillas. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick dinner that packs bold flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 ½ cups buffalo sauce
- 8 flour tortillas
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped green onions (to garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat the shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Once warmed through, toss the chicken with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Lay one tortilla flat on a plate. Spread about 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing over half of the tortilla. Add a layer of buffalo chicken and then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Fold the tortilla in half to create a taco shape.
- Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one folded tortilla in the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until the tortilla is lightly golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Step 4: Remove the cooked taco from the skillet and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crunch, add shredded lettuce or diced celery inside the taco before folding.
- Swap ranch dressing for blue cheese dressing for a classic buffalo flavor twist.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free alternative and a slightly different texture.
- If you like it spicier, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the buffalo chicken before assembling.
Storage
Store leftover buffalo chicken tacos wrapped in foil or airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat to maintain crispness and melt the cheese, or microwave briefly until warmed through. Avoid reheating in the microwave too long to prevent soggy tortillas.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Yes, rotisserie chicken works perfectly and saves time. Just shred it before tossing with buffalo sauce.
What can I use instead of buffalo sauce?
If you don’t have buffalo sauce, you can mix hot sauce with melted butter for a similar flavor, or use your favorite barbecue sauce for a milder taste.
PrintBuffalo Chicken Tacos Recipe
These Buffalo Chicken Tacos combine tender shredded chicken coated in spicy buffalo sauce with creamy ranch dressing and melted cheddar cheese, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas. Perfect for a quick and flavorful meal, these tacos deliver a delicious twist on classic buffalo chicken with a satisfying crispy finish from pan-toasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Buffalo Chicken Filling
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 ½ cups buffalo sauce
Tacos Assembly
- 8 flour tortillas
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat and toss chicken: Place the shredded cooked chicken in a skillet over medium heat. Warm it through and then mix thoroughly with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble tacos: Lay one flour tortilla flat on a plate. Spread about 1 tablespoon of ranch dressing over half of the tortilla. Spoon a generous amount of the buffalo chicken mixture over the ranch. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken. Fold the tortilla in half over the filling.
- Cook the tacos: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place one assembled taco in the skillet and cook until the tortilla turns lightly golden brown and the cheese inside melts, approximately 2–3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining tacos.
- Serve immediately: Remove the tacos from the pan, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use cooked chicken from rotisserie or leftover roasted chicken for convenience.
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to control the spiciness level.
- Flour tortillas work best for folding and toasting; corn tortillas may be less pliable.
- For a lower fat option, use reduced-fat cheddar and ranch dressing.
- Garnish with celery sticks or blue cheese crumbles for a classic buffalo flavor pairing.
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