Ingredients
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (or cooked chicken)
- 1/4 cup Frank’s buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (can use sour cream)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Taco Assembly
- Avocado oil, for greasing pan and brushing on tortillas
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 corn tortillas
Toppings
- Jalapeño ranch dressing
- Shredded lettuce
- Guacamole
- Pickled red onions
- Extra buffalo sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the optimum temperature for baking the tacos to a crispy finish.
- Mix Chicken Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, Frank’s buffalo sauce, Greek yogurt, sliced green onions, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir until well incorporated and evenly coated.
- Prepare Tortillas: Wrap the corn tortillas in a clean kitchen towel and microwave them on high for 45 to 60 seconds. This softens the tortillas, making them more pliable and easier to fold without cracking. Meanwhile, generously grease a large baking sheet with avocado oil to prevent sticking and promote browning.
- Assemble Tacos: Place the tortillas in a single layer on the greased baking sheet. On half of each tortilla, sprinkle 1 tablespoon of shredded cheddar cheese. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the buffalo chicken mixture on top of the cheese, then add another tablespoon of cheese over the chicken. Fold the tortillas over the filling, gently pressing them to help the cheese and filling adhere together.
- Brush and Bake: Lightly brush the folded tacos with avocado oil on the outside to encourage a crispy and golden crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 24 minutes or until the tortillas are crisp and the cheese has melted inside.
- Serve: Remove the tacos from the oven and serve hot. Top with jalapeño ranch dressing, shredded lettuce, guacamole, pickled red onions, and extra buffalo sauce as desired for added flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute rotisserie chicken with any cooked chicken, like grilled or poached, shredded finely.
- Warming the tortillas before baking prevents them from cracking and helps them fold neatly.
- Brush with avocado oil or any neutral oil to achieve a crisp texture during baking.
- Adjust buffalo sauce level to your preferred spice tolerance.
- Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt for a richer flavor.
- These tacos can be made ahead and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
