These Buffalo Chicken Tacos bring the perfect balance of spicy heat and cool creaminess in every bite! Packed with seasoned ground chicken, tangy buffalo sauce, and topped with a rich cottage cheese sauce, these tacos are guaranteed to become a favorite for any taco lover. Bonus points for the fresh cilantro, feta, and avocado ranch for extra flavor and texture.
PrintBuffalo Chicken Tacos
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 bottle buffalo sauce (or more, depending on your spice preference)
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- A bunch of fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- Juice of 1 lime
- Big shake of cumin
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 avocado ranch salad kit (prepared)
- Feta cheese, crumbled (for topping)
- Almond flour tortillas (for a grain-free option)
- Seasonings: onion powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
1. Cook the Ground Chicken:
In a cast iron pan, sauté the diced red onion over medium heat until softened. Add the ground chicken to the pan and season with onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
2. Add the Buffalo Sauce:
Once the chicken is cooked, pour in about 3/4 of the buffalo sauce from the bottle. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated and the sauce is heated through. If you like it extra spicy, feel free to add more buffalo sauce to taste!
3. Brown the Taco Shells:
While the chicken is cooking, heat your almond flour tortillas in a separate pan over medium heat. Brown them on both sides until they’re slightly crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.
4. Make the Creamy Cottage Cheese Sauce:
In a blender, combine cottage cheese, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, cumin, and about 1/2 cup water. Blend until smooth and creamy. This will be your cool, tangy sauce to balance the spicy chicken.
5. Assemble the Tacos:
Once everything is ready, take your crispy taco shells and fill them with the buffalo chicken mixture. Top with a drizzle of the creamy cottage cheese sauce, a handful of fresh cilantro, and crumbled feta. For an extra zing, squeeze some lime juice on top.
6. Enjoy
Notes
- Taco Shells: If you prefer traditional corn or flour tortillas, feel free to substitute. The almond flour tortillas keep it gluten-free and low-carb!
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on how spicy you like your tacos. You can also add some red pepper flakes or extra cumin for an extra kick.
- Extra Toppings: Feel free to add some fresh avocado slices or a drizzle of sour cream for even more flavor!
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