Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
749 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos
Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos feature cooked shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing, which adds creaminess and tanginess to the meat. The chicken is the primary protein, complemented by chopped cooked bacon for smoky saltiness. The tacos are assembled using small tortilla shells that are warmed for pliability. Toppings include shredded lettuce for crunch, diced tomatoes for freshness, and shredded cheddar cheese for a mild, creamy finish.
The preparation involves heating the chicken and mixing it evenly with ranch dressing, then layering the protein and toppings on warm tortillas before serving immediately. This creates a handheld, flavorful taco that's easy to customize with additional toppings if desired.
The recipe works well using pre-cooked chicken such as rotisserie or homemade shredded chicken, and can be adapted easily for a quick meal or gathering. The combination balances creamy, salty, fresh, and savory elements.
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken cooked shredded
- 6 lices Bacon cooked and chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup lettuce shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 tomato diced
- 8 tortillas street taco size
Instructions
- Heat the cooked chicken in a large bowl in the microwave until heated through. Then stir in the ranch dressing. Toss the chicken to make sure that it's coated in the ranch dressing.
- Warm the tortillas by heating them in the microwave for 30 seconds or frying them for 1-2 minutes.
- Then prepare the tacos. Top each of the tortillas with the shredded chicken. Then top with the lettuce, tomatoes, chopped bacon and shredded cheese.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use shredded rotisserie chicken or prepare your own shredded chicken to save time.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 749 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 749kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 16g | 80% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 137mg | 46% |
| Sodium | 1197mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 696IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 316mg | 32% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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