Buffalo Chicken Crispy Tacos
Buffalo Chicken Crispy Tacos deliver bold, spicy flavors combined with satisfying crunch. Tender buffalo-coated chicken is wrapped in crispy hard corn taco shells, topped with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, shredded cheese, and creamy ranch or blue cheese dressing. This quick and customizable recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, or parties, offering a delicious twist on classic tacos with a tangy buffalo kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 tacos 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken & Sauce
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
Taco Shell & Toppings
- 8 hard corn taco shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mild cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped green onions or fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Shred or dice the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Toss thoroughly with buffalo sauce to coat every piece evenly with the spicy, tangy flavor.
- Warm the Taco Shells: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the hard taco shells on a baking sheet and warm for about 5 minutes to enhance crunch and prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the Tacos: Fill each warm taco shell with the buffalo chicken mixture, distributing evenly among the shells. Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes for freshness and crunch.
- Add Cheese and Dressing: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken mixture, then drizzle ranch or blue cheese dressing to add creaminess and balance the heat.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish with optional chopped green onions or cilantro for color and herbal brightness. Serve immediately to retain maximum crispness of the shells.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time without sacrificing flavor.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to customize the spice level.
- Don’t overfill taco shells to keep them crispy.
- Prepare and chop toppings ahead of time for quick assembly.
- Store taco shells separately from chicken to maintain crunchiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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