Buffalo Chicken Tacos
I hope you like orange things.
This is seriously orange — almost too orange to eat, but absolutely delicious. I couldn’t resist trying it and I’m glad I did. It’s bold, tangy, spicy and perfectly balanced with fresh toppings.
Think of this as a fusion of buffalo wing flavors with tacos — spicy buffalo sauce, sharp cheddar, creamy blue cheese, crisp lettuce, green onions and fresh cilantro all in a warm tortilla. It’s simple cooking, but the flavor is outstanding, which is why it’s on the regular rotation now.
I love the whole buffalo combination — the wing sauce, cheddar, blue cheese, green onions, crunchy lettuce and cilantro. Combining all of these elements creates that spicy, cheesy, fresh profile that makes each bite addictive. Even without much chicken, a tortilla loaded with buffalo sauce and toppings is satisfying.
Buffalo Chicken Tacos
Serves 2
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1/4 cup flour (whole wheat works well)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce (Frank’s or similar)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4–6 4-inch tortillas
- Salt and pepper
For toppings: shredded cheddar, crumbled gorgonzola or blue cheese, avocado, shredded lettuce or cabbage, green onions, cilantro, ranch dressing and extra buffalo wing sauce for drizzling.
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium-high. In a large bowl, whisk together corn starch, flour, garlic powder and cayenne. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then dredge them in the flour mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. When hot, add the chicken and brown on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per side. Add the remaining olive oil as needed while cooking. When the chicken is cooked through, remove it to a bowl and toss with 1/4 cup buffalo wing sauce until well coated.
Lay out tortillas and prepare an assembly line with shredded cheddar, crumbled gorgonzola, lettuce, green onions, avocado, cilantro, ranch and extra buffalo sauce. Divide the sauced chicken among the tortillas, top generously, and serve hot so the cheese melts slightly.
These tacos are bold, quick to make and perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or game day spread. Enjoy!