Dill Pickle Ranch Smash Chicken Tacos

A playful and satisfying weeknight dish featuring seasoned ground chicken, sharp dill pickles, and crispy cheese laces wrapped in warm tortillas.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired

Calories: 360

1 pound ground chicken
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
8 small tortillas
1 cup shredded mozzarella or Jack cheese
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
2 tablespoons pickle brine
1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup cottage cheese blended with 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning and a squeeze of lemon

Season the ground chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned and crumbled.
In a separate pan, cook shredded cheese in small circles until crispy to create cheese lace.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
Mix cottage cheese with ranch seasoning and lemon juice until smooth.
Assemble tacos with chicken, cheese lace, pickles, cabbage, and ranch sauce.
Drizzle with pickle brine before serving.

Adjust seasoning to taste and ensure to keep wet elements separate until assembly to prevent sogginess.