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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash: 7 Incredible Chicken Tacos

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash
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Enjoy Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos with Crispy Cheese, a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Ground chicken (Feel free to substitute with ground turkey or beef.)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder (Adjust according to your personal preference.)
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika (Smoked paprika can be used as a substitute.)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 8 small Tortillas (Opt for gluten-free if needed.)
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella or Jack cheese (Any melting cheese works.)
  • 1 cup Chopped dill pickles (Sweet pickles or olives can also be used.)
  • 2 tablespoons Pickle brine (Adjust based on taste preference.)
  • 1 cup Shredded cabbage (Other greens like lettuce can be substituted.)
  • 1 cup Cottage cheese (Blend with ranch seasoning and lemon.)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are incorporated.
  2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken mixture. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat.
  3. In another non-stick skillet, sprinkle shredded cheese in a thin layer. Heat over medium-low for 3-4 minutes until bubbly and golden. Remove carefully and set aside.
  4. Warm the tortillas in a clean skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
  5. Assemble the tacos by laying a warm tortilla on a plate, adding cooked chicken, chopped pickles, and cabbage.
  6. Blend cottage cheese with ranch seasoning and lemon. Use as a topping for tacos.
  7. Drizzle pickle brine over toppings, add crispy cheese lace on top, and serve.
  8. Garnish with additional pickles or cilantro, serve on a platter, and enjoy!

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