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Fried Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Fried Buffalo Chicken Tacos are a mouthwatering fusion of crispy fried chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, and fresh toppings, all nestled in soft tortillas. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, these tacos deliver a satisfying crunch and a burst of zesty flavor that will leave your guests asking for more. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, they bring excitement to any meal!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 8 soft taco shells (flour or corn)
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup ranch dressing

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and pat dry.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour with salt and pepper. Coat chicken pieces in the seasoned flour.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
  5. Toss fried chicken in buffalo sauce until well-coated.
  6. Assemble tacos with fried chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and ranch dressing.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 29g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 22g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: - For added crunch, use crushed tortilla chips as a topping. - To make these tacos healthier, consider baking the chicken instead of frying it.