If you love the flavors of chicken, bacon, and ranch, get ready for your new favorite dinner—Chicken Bacon Ranch Smashed Tacos! These crispy, cheesy tacos take everything you love about a classic combo and smash it into a golden, flavor-packed bite. Ground chicken is seasoned with Hidden Valley Ranch for a zesty kick, then pressed into tortillas and cooked until crispy. Topped with crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and a drizzle of creamy ranch, these tacos are the ultimate easy and delicious meal. Whether you’re making them for a quick weeknight dinner or a game-day snack, these smashed tacos are guaranteed to be a hit!
The recipe can be found here.
Start by preheating the oven to 250 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
Add the chicken and ranch seasoning to a mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
Lay our 6 tortillas on the counter and evenly divide the mixture between each tortilla. Press down and spread the meat almost all the way to the sides. The meat should be a thin layer. I like to wear rubber gloves when doing this, but you can use your bare hands or perhaps the bottom of a glass if you don’t want to touch the raw meat.
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add one tortilla with the meat facing down. Use a spatula to press down on the tortilla to make sure the meat is flattened. It’s OK if it sticks out the sides slightly. Cook for 5-6 minutes, the meat should be cooked through because it’s so thin. Flip and cook on the other side for 1-2 minutes to crisp the tortilla. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and place in the oven to keep warm while you cook the rest of the “tacos”. Repeat this step until all 6 tacos are cooked.
When ready to assemble, top each with shredded cheese and chopped bacon. Return to the oven to melt the cheese.
Remove from the oven and drizzle ranch dressing over the top.
Serve immediately and enjoy! To eat, simply fold in half like a taco.
The recipe can be found here.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Smashed Tacos are the perfect blend of crispy, cheesy, and flavorful in every bite. With simple ingredients and an easy cooking method, they’re a go-to for busy nights when you want something satisfying without the fuss. Whether you’re serving them up for family dinner or a casual get-together, these tacos are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Don’t forget to drizzle on extra ranch for that final touch—because you can never have too much of a good thing!
Happy Cooking!
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