If you’re craving a meal with a kick, these Easy Buffalo Chicken Tacos are perfect for you. With spicy, tangy buffalo sauce and juicy chicken, each bite is a burst of flavor. They’re simple to prepare, making them a great choice for busy weeknights or a casual get-together. Plus, you can customize the toppings to suit your taste, ensuring everyone leaves the table satisfied.
Steps
- Heat a skillet on high and add corn kernels. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the edges brown and caramelize. Transfer the corn to a plate and set aside.
- In a bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with buffalo sauce, mixing until evenly coated. Set the mixture aside.
- Lay out small tortillas (or Stand & Stuff tortillas) on a flat surface. Distribute the shredded lettuce evenly across the tortillas.
- Add the chicken mixture, roasted corn, and diced avocado evenly on top of the lettuce in each tortilla.
- Drizzle each taco with blue cheese dressing and sprinkle with optional toppings like extra blue cheese, cilantro, green onions, or lime wedges if you wish.
- Serve the tacos immediately for maximum freshness and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can of whole kernel corn
- 3 cups of shredded cooked chicken
- ? cup of buffalo sauce
- 1 package of small flour tortillas or tortilla bowls
- 4 cups of shredded romaine lettuce
- 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
- ½ cup of blue cheese dressing
- Optional toppings: extra crumbled blue cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, thinly sliced green onions, fresh lime wedges
FAQ
- What ingredients do I need to make Buffalo Chicken Tacos?
- You will need shredded cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, whole kernel corn, small flour tortillas or Stand & Stuff tortillas, shredded Romaine lettuce, diced avocado, and blue cheese dressing. Optional toppings include extra crumbled blue cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and lime wedges.
- How do I prepare the corn for the tacos?
- Heat a skillet over high heat and add the corn kernels to dry-roast them for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown and caramelize.
- Can I use a different type of tortilla for the tacos?
- Yes, you can use traditional small tortillas or opt for Old El Paso’s Stand ‘n’ Stuff Tortillas to make taco bowls.
- What toppings can I add to the Buffalo Chicken Tacos?
- In addition to the standard ingredients, you can add extra crumbled blue cheese, freshly chopped cilantro, thinly-sliced green onions, or fresh lime wedges as optional toppings.
- Is there a vegetarian option for this recipe?
- While this recipe specifically features chicken, you could substitute the chicken with a plant-based protein alternative to create a vegetarian version.
Tips
- To enhance the flavor, consider using a rotisserie chicken for its rich taste and convenience, saving you time on preparation.
- For an added depth of flavor, ensure the corn is properly dry-roasted until its edges are browned and caramelized, which brings out a slightly sweet, nutty taste.
- Customize your tacos with additional toppings like fresh cilantro, thinly-sliced green onions, or extra crumbled blue cheese to suit your personal taste preferences.
- If you prefer a lighter option, use Stand ‘n’ Stuff Tortillas to create taco bowls, which can be easier to manage and enjoy without the risk of spills.
Equipment
- Skillet – If you don’t have a suitable skillet for dry-roasting the corn.
- Mixing Bowl – If additional bowls are needed to toss the chicken and buffalo sauce.
- Tortilla Holder or Taco Stand – Helpful for assembling and serving tacos neatly.
