Cheesy Oven-Crispy Chicken Bacon Ranch Tacos
A delightful twist on traditional tacos with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing encased in crispy tortillas, perfect for a family-friendly weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-33 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Colby Jack cheese
- ⅓ cup ranch dressing (plus more for drizzling)
- 10–12 small flour tortillas (street-size)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil spray or melted butter (for brushing)
- 1 cup shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or sheet pan.
- Mix the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a large bowl until well mixed.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds so they are pliable.
- Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into each tortilla, folding them carefully to enclose the filling.
- Place the filled tacos seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Lightly brush the tops of the tacos with olive oil or melted butter for added crispness.
- Bake the tacos uncovered in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes or until the tortillas are crisp and the cheese is melted.
- Once out of the oven, top with shredded lettuce and drizzle with additional ranch dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure tacos are spread out in the baking dish for crunchiness. You can customize with different fillings or sauces based on preference.