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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 (306g)

Recipe makes 4 servings

The following items or measurements are not included below:

5/8 ounce taco seasoning mix

hidden valley ranch dressing mix

Calories 573
Calories from Fat 297 (51%)
Amount Per Serving %DV
Total Fat 33.0g 50%
Saturated Fat 14.6g 72%
Monounsaturated Fat 9.7g
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.5g
Trans Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 154mg 51%
Sodium 921mg 38%
Potassium 601mg 17%
Total Carbohydrate 18.1g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g 9%
Sugars 4.6g
Protein 50.3g 100%

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Chicken-Ranch Tacos

Recipe #249965 | 25 min | 25 min prep | add private note
KITTENCAL

By: KITTENCAL
Aug 30, 2007

All ingredients amounts may be adjusted to taste --- you may substitute the bottled Hidden Valley Ranch dressing for the package, I prefer the package --- I have even made these using Caesar salad dressing from my Kittencal's Famous Caesar Salad instead of the Ranch

SERVES 4 (change servings and units)

Ingredients

  • 6-8 taco shells (I use the stand n' stuff)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 5-6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into small bite-size pieces)

  • 1/2 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (can use more to taste)

  • 1 (28 g) package hidden valley ranch dressing mix
  • 2 cups shredded head lettuce
  • 1-2 tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (or to taste)
  • 2-3 green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. 1
    In a small bowl mix together the dry ranch dressing mix with 1 cup milk and 1 cup of mayonnaise (or according to the package directions for dressing, I also add in 1 teaspoon fresh garlic but that is optional) mix until well combined; refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. 2
    Heat 2 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    Add in the chicken cubes and toss with a spoon until cooked through, seasoning with the taco mix just before the chicken is finished cooking (do not overcook the chicken cubes or they will be dry) transfer to a bowl.
  4. 4
    Divide the cooked chicken cubes between each taco shell, then drizzle the top of the chicken with a small amount of prepared Ranch dressing (make certain to save some dressing to drizzle on the top of the tacos).
  5. 5
    Top with a small amount of shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, then green onion.
  6. 6
    Drizzle the top of the tacos with more ranch dressing.
  7. 7
    Delicious!

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From: merrilife

On Oct 29, 2008

I was moving fast and didn't read all the instructions very well, I ended up adding half of the packet of ranch dressing in with the dry taco seasoning and added a little bit of chicken broth. It was very good! So, I guess this is not a real review, but thanks for the idea anyhow!

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    From: MRSJSPANTS *

    On Oct 5, 2008

    Kitten these were FANTASTIC and so easy. I shredded the chicken breast instead of cubing. Everyone loved these. Thanks Kitten, you are awsome!!

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  • From: Chef of 5

    On Feb 7, 2008

    I loved these tacos! I also really liked the homemade ranch dressing with the minced garlic added. I never thought of doing that! I was hooked putting it on everything for days! This is a great alternative to the regular beef tacos. You gotta try these! Thank you for sharing the recipe!

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    From: Bev

    On Jan 13, 2009

    This is a great quick weekday supper! I used Rotisserie Chicken from Costco which eliminated the need cooking the chicken breasts in oil. I heated the cut-up Rotisserie Chicken in a pan and added Taco Seasoning Mix - the Best! till well heated. The Ranch Dressing really made the flavor of these chicken tacos! I served with the chopped tomatoes, green onion and lettuce and also added tomato salsa as well. Thanks so much, Kittencal!

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