Crispy Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Ranch Sauce

Smoky, cheesy, and perfectly crispy, these Chipotle Chicken Tacos are packed with bold flavor and creamy ranch sauce. The chicken is juicy with just the right amount of spice, wrapped in golden, cheese-filled tortillas that crisp up beautifully in the pan. Simple ingredients, big flavor, this recipe brings the perfect mix of comfort and heat.

Author: Delicate Kitchen

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: Mexican

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 1,040 kcal per serving

Ingredients

14 ounces - chicken breast
1 - chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tbsp - oil
1 tbsp - butter
1 tsp - salt
½ tsp - black pepper
1 tsp - paprika
1 tsp - garlic powder
8 - tortillas or taco wraps
1 handful - mozzarella
butter
3 tablespoons - mayonnaise
1–2 tbsp - buttermilk
½ tsp - salt
½ tsp - black pepper
½ tsp - garlic powder
1 tbsp - fresh parsley
Splash - water

Instructions

Heat oil and butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes until it starts to brown. Add chopped chipotle peppers, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Stir well and cook until the chicken is golden and almost cooked through.
On one half of each tortilla, add a handful of shredded mozzarella. Spoon the chipotle chicken mixture on top of the cheese. Fold the tortilla in half and press gently.
Heat a clean pan with a bit of butter or oil. Toast the tacos on both sides over medium heat until they’re golden, crispy, and the cheese has fully melted.
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and parsley. Adjust thickness with a splash of water if needed.
Drizzle or dip the tacos in ranch sauce and enjoy immediately while hot and crispy.

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