Chicken JalapeñO Popper Crispy Tacos

Spicy and creamy chicken jalapeño popper tacos, perfect for a quick and delicious meal. These crispy tacos are filled with shredded chicken, bacon, jalapeño, and cheese, providing a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

By @thedailykale

Original recipe source

Cook time: 15 minutes

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 0.5 jalapeño
• 1 pieces bacon
• 1 pieces bacon
• 0.5 cup shredded chicken
• 1 tbsp whipped cream cheese
• 0.5 jalapeño
• 0.25 cup shredded cheese
• 1 pieces bacon
• 0.25 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp paprika
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp pepper
• 1 tbsp scallions
• 1 tsp oil
• 2 tortillas
• 1 serving chicken jalapeño mixture
• 2 filled tortillas
• 1 tbsp scallions
• 2 tbsp ranch dressing

Instructions

1. Using a sharp knife, finely chop 1/2 jalapeño, removing seeds if you prefer less heat.
2. Chop 1-2 pieces of bacon into small pieces using a knife or kitchen scissors.
3. Heat a pan over medium heat and cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
4. In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup shredded chicken with 1 tablespoon whipped cream cheese, the chopped jalapeño, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, and the cooked bacon. Add a pinch of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
5. Chop 1 tablespoon of scallions.
6. Lightly coat a pan with oil and heat over medium-high heat.
7. Fill 2 tortillas with equal amounts of the chicken and jalapeño mixture. Fold the tortillas in half.
8. Place the filled tortillas in the hot pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until crispy and golden brown.
9. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve immediately with ranch dressing on the side.