Description

Buffalo chicken smash tacos are a flavorful, low-carb twist on traditional tacos, featuring spiced ground chicken cooked directly on tortillas for a deliciously crispy base. Topped with a high-protein Greek yogurt ranch dressing, tangy buffalo sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, crunchy red onions, and fresh lettuce, these tacos offer a perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and crisp textures.

Ingredients

For the Tacos

4 low carb flour tortillas (8 inch)
1 lb ground chicken
⅓ cup buffalo sauce
4 tsp ranch seasoning, divided
½ cup bleu cheese crumbles, divided
¼ cup red onions, diced
1.5 cups lettuce, chopped

For the Ranch Topping

¾ cup plain low-fat Greek yogurt
2 tsp ranch seasoning
1-2 tbsp milk (optional, to thin the dressing)

For Cooking

Oil or butter (for skillet)

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken mixture. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, 2 tbsp buffalo sauce, 2 tsp ranch seasoning, and ¼ cup bleu cheese crumbles. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices and sauce.
Preheat the skillet. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a small amount of oil or butter to prevent sticking and aid in cooking.
Assemble the tacos. Use the back of a spoon to spread one-quarter of the buffalo chicken mixture evenly onto each of the four low-carb tortillas, pressing it flat.
Cook the tacos. Place each tortilla, chicken-side down, on the hot skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the tortilla base is crispy. Then flip the taco and cook the other side for an additional 1 minute. Repeat this process for all four tacos.
Make the ranch topping. In a small bowl, mix ¾ cup Greek yogurt with 2 tsp ranch seasoning. If a thinner consistency is preferred, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk and stir until combined.
Assemble and serve. After cooking, top each taco with the remaining buffalo sauce, the prepared ranch dressing, the remaining bleu cheese crumbles, diced red onions, and chopped lettuce. Serve immediately and enjoy the bold flavors.

Notes

You can adjust the buffalo sauce amount to make the tacos milder or spicier according to taste.
Using low carb tortillas keeps this recipe suitable for low-carb diets.
Ground chicken is a lean protein alternative that pairs well with the tangy, creamy toppings.
If you prefer a thinner ranch dressing, milk or a little water can easily be mixed in.
Feel free to substitute bleu cheese with feta or omit it if you prefer less strong cheese flavor.