Description
Crispy Buffalo Chicken Cheese Tacos are a delicious combination of spicy buffalo chicken, melty cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings, all wrapped in crunchy tortillas. Perfect for taco night or any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 2 Eggs, beaten
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce
- 8 Taco-Sized Corn Tortillas
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Fresh Lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup Tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing
- 2 Green Onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Start by cutting the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
- Set Up the Breading Station: In one bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. And in a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece of chicken first in the seasoned flour, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally, coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumbs.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat a generous amount of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken pieces until they’re golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Toss in Buffalo Sauce: In a large bowl, combine the fried chicken with the buffalo sauce, tossing everything together until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Warm the Tortillas: Heat the taco-sized corn tortillas in a dry skillet or the microwave until they’re warm and pliable.
- Assemble the Tacos: In each warm tortilla, start by adding a generous portion of the buffalo chicken. Top it with shredded cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, and diced tomatoes.
- Drizzle and Serve: Finish off your tacos with a drizzle of creamy ranch dressing and a sprinkle of chopped green onions. Serve immediately!
Notes
- For a healthier version, consider grilling or baking the chicken instead of frying.
- You can prepare the chicken and toppings in advance for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Buffalo Chicken Tacos, Crispy Tacos, Tex-Mex Recipes