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Buffalo Chicken Smash Tacos Recipe

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These Buffalo Chicken Smash Tacos are a quick and flavorful meal featuring tender chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, nestled in crunchy taco shells, and topped with fresh lettuce and melted cheese for a perfect balance of heat and freshness.

Ingredients

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Buffalo Chicken Filling

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce

Taco Assembly

  • 8 taco shells
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Buffalo Chicken: In a bowl, toss the cooked chicken with buffalo sauce until fully coated and evenly mixed.
  2. Warm the Taco Shells: Heat the taco shells according to package instructions, either in the oven or microwave, to make them crispy and warm.
  3. Assemble the Tacos: Fill each warm taco shell with a generous portion of buffalo chicken. Top with shredded lettuce and shredded cheese for added crunch and creaminess.

Notes

  • You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your spice preference.
  • For extra flavor, add a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing on top.
  • To make it milder, substitute buffalo sauce with a mild wing sauce.

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