Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Health score
27%
Buffalo Chicken Tacos
30 min.
4
481kcal

Suggestions


Are you ready to spice up your lunch or dinner with a delicious twist on a classic favorite? These Buffalo Chicken Tacos are the perfect blend of bold flavors and satisfying textures, making them an irresistible choice for any meal. With tender chicken breast tenders coated in a zesty cayenne pepper sauce, each bite delivers a delightful kick that will awaken your taste buds.

What sets these tacos apart is not just the fiery chicken, but also the fresh and creamy toppings that complement the heat beautifully. Slices of ripe avocado add a rich creaminess, while crumbled blue cheese brings a tangy depth that perfectly balances the spiciness. The crunch of chopped celery and the freshness of parsley leaves provide a refreshing contrast, making every taco a delightful experience.

Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is not only quick but also incredibly satisfying, with each serving clocking in at 481 calories. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply looking for a fun weeknight dinner, these Buffalo Chicken Tacos are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, heat up those tortillas, and get ready to indulge in a flavor-packed meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • large avocado pitted peeled sliced
  • oz cheese blue crumbled
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.8 cup celery chopped
  • 24 small celery leaves 
  • lb chicken breast uncooked (not breaded)
  • 6-inch flour tortilla soft for tacos & fajitas (; from 8.2-oz package
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 24  parsley 
  • tablespoons hot sauce 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. In large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of chicken tenders with salt; add to skillet. Cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center.
  3. Remove chicken from skillet to cutting board; cut into small pieces.
  4. In same skillet, cook celery over medium heat 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender. Stir in butter and desired amount of pepper sauce.
  5. Add chopped chicken; cook and stir until hot.
  6. To assemble tacos, spoon chicken mixture onto center of each warmed tortilla; top with cheese, celery leaves, parsley leaves and avocado. Fold sides of tortilla over filling; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein26.52%
Fat44.11%
Carbs29.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.75
Glycemic Load
9.94
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.824348107628%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.19mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Apigenin
13.64mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.14mg
Myricetin
0.89mg
Quercetin
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:481.05kcal
24.05%
Fat:23.62g
36.33%
Saturated Fat:7.1g
44.35%
Carbohydrates:35.39g
11.8%
Net Carbohydrates:29.29g
10.65%
Sugar:3.1g
3.45%
Cholesterol:85.42mg
28.47%
Sodium:1252.43mg
54.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.95g
63.89%
Vitamin K:123.56µg
117.68%
Vitamin B3:15.61mg
78.05%
Selenium:51.04µg
72.91%
Vitamin B6:1.06mg
53.25%
Phosphorus:426.67mg
42.67%
Folate:122.98µg
30.74%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.28%
Vitamin C:22.43mg
27.19%
Vitamin B5:2.63mg
26.35%
Potassium:869.48mg
24.84%
Fiber:6.09g
24.37%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.78%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.31%
Iron:3.39mg
18.82%
Vitamin A:882.13IU
17.64%
Magnesium:65.19mg
16.3%
Calcium:156.81mg
15.68%
Vitamin E:1.98mg
13.22%
Zinc:1.6mg
10.65%
Copper:0.21mg
10.6%
Vitamin B12:0.32µg
5.32%