Buffalo Chicken Smash Tacos

About This Recipe

Crispy Buffalo chicken smash tacos with Frank's hot sauce, ground chicken, cheese and a cool Ranch slaw. A fast, fun dinner that's ready in 30 minutes!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground chicken breast
• 1/4 cup Buffalo sauce (plus additional for serving, such as Frank's)
• 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions (plus additional for serving)
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or pepper Jack cheese)
• 8 small flour tortillas (street taco size)
• 3 cups shredded romaine lettuce (or cabbage)
• 1/4 cup ranch dressing (plus additional for serving)
• Chopped fresh cilantro (optional for serving)
• Canola oil (or high-temperature cooking oil of choice)

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, Buffalo sauce, garlic powder, salt, cayenne, and green onions. With a fork, mix gently to combine. Divide into 8 balls.
2. In a small bowl, toss together the romaine with the ranch and set aside.
3. Arrange your tortillas on a work surface. Place 1 ball on each tortilla, then with your fingers, press it into a thin, even layer going almost all the way to the edge.
4. Heat a griddle or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it's hot, brush the pan with oil. Quickly place one of the tortillas meat side down, and with a burger press or the back of a sturdy spatula, press the tortilla into the meat, wiggling it back and forth a bit so the meat spreads into a thin, even layer. Let cook until browned and crisp, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Flip the tortilla and immediately sprinkle with 2 tablespoons shredded cheese. Let heat until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crisped on the other side, about 2 minutes more. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, and cheese.
6. Serve hot, topped with the tossed romaine, additional green onion and/or cilantro, and more Buffalo sauce to taste.