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Golden brown smash chicken tacos with crispy cheese edges, topped with pickles and lettuce.

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese Lace

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 tbsp dill pickle brine
  • 1/2 cup finely diced dill pickles
  • 8 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing for drizzling
  • 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, dry ranch seasoning, diced dill pickles, and pickle brine until thoroughly incorporated.
  2. Divide the chicken mixture into 8 equal portions and roll into small balls.
  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  4. Place a chicken ball in the center of the skillet. Immediately place a flour tortilla over the chicken ball and use a heavy spatula or burger press to smash the chicken flat until it reaches the edges of the tortilla.
  5. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the chicken is browned and fully cooked. Flip the tortilla over so the chicken side is facing up.
  6. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese in a circle around the edges of the tortilla, allowing some cheese to melt underneath the rim to form the lace.
  7. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbling, browned, and crispy.
  8. Carefully remove the taco with a thin spatula, ensuring the cheese lace remains attached.
  9. Top with shredded lettuce, sliced pickles, a drizzle of ranch dressing, and fresh dill. Fold and serve.