Sunday, July 15, 2018

Crispy Chicken Tacos with Avocado Buttermilk Ranch


Crispy Chicken Tacos with Avocado Buttermilk Ranch. These tacos aren't traditional by any means, but they ARE delicious. Crispy, Mexican-seasoned chicken tenders + cool, creamy avocado ranch sauce are a match made in taco heaven.

Ingredients:

For the Brine:

  • 2 pounds chicken breast tenderloins
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Breading:

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • Oil, for frying

For the Avocado Buttermilk Ranch

  • 1 haas avocado, halved, pitted and peeled
  • 1 1/4 cups buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

To serve the Tacos:

  • 24 corn tortillas, toasted
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions:


  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken breast tenderloins and brine ingredients. Mix well and toss to coat the chicken tenders entirely. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  2. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, chili powder, cumin, baking powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Drizzle with buttermilk and mix with a fork to create craggy pieces.
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