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Crispy Dill Pickle Ranch Chicken Tacos

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Crispy fried chicken strips paired with tangy dill pickles and creamy ranch dressing, served in warm tortillas for a quick and flavorful taco meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup dill pickle chips
  • 1 packet (or 2 tablespoons) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tablespoon lemon juice/vinegar)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 8–10 small flour or corn tortillas
  • Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocado, shredded cheese, extra ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts into 1 inch wide and 3-4 inches long strips. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Pour buttermilk into a mixing bowl. If using milk, add lemon juice or vinegar and let sit 5 minutes. Add chicken strips and coat well. Let soak for 5 minutes or up to 20-30 minutes for more tenderizing.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour with ranch seasoning mix.
  4. Heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each strip in the seasoned flour until fully coated. Shake off excess flour.
  6. Fry chicken strips in hot oil without overcrowding for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F/74°C). Drain on paper towels.
  7. Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel.
  8. Assemble tacos by placing 2-3 chicken strips on each tortilla, topping with about 1 tablespoon dill pickle chips and optional toppings.

Notes

Keep oil temperature at 350°F for crispy chicken. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Let chicken rest a few minutes after frying. For gluten-free, use almond or chickpea flour. For dairy-free, substitute buttermilk with coconut milk and use dairy-free ranch seasoning. Chicken can be baked at 425°F for 20 minutes as a healthier alternative.

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