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Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Buffalo Chicken Tacos

The ultimate comfort food, Buffalo Chicken Tacos are the perfect blend of spicy and creamy, making them an easy weeknight dinner. With tender shredded chicken and refreshing slaw, they promise to satisfy your cravings. Make them tonight for a flavor-packed meal!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large chicken breasts
  • 6 T butter
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s Red Hot Sauce

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Instant Pot
  • Skillet
  • Frying Pan
  • Chef's Knife
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Start by trimming any fat from the chicken breasts. Cut each one in half lengthwise to ensure they cook evenly. This step ensures a tender result.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the chicken stock and Frank’s Red Hot Sauce to create a flavorful cooking liquid.
  3. Transfer the chicken and the cooking liquid to your pressure cooker. Lock the lid in place and set it to cook on HIGH PRESSURE for 5 minutes. The pressure cooking allows the chicken to become incredibly tender.
  4. Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally. This means you don’t open the lid right away—let it sit for a few minutes to retain moisture.
  5. While the chicken is cooking, prepare your slaw. Use a Mandoline Slicer to finely slice the red cabbage. The thinner the slices, the better they will mix with the dressing.
  6. Slice the green onions and mix them with the cabbage in a bowl. Their fresh flavor will enhance the slaw.
  7. Add the blue cheese dressing and crumbled blue cheese to the cabbage mixture. Gently stir to combine and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. After the pressure has released, remove the chicken from the cooker using a slotted spoon and transfer to a cutting board. Allow it to cool slightly before shredding.
  9. Shred the chicken using two forks. It should fall apart easily if properly cooked.
  10. If the cooking liquid seems excessive, you might want to simmer it down to concentrate the flavors. Otherwise, add the shredded chicken back to the pressure cooker, stir to coat it in sauce, and keep warm.
  11. In a dry cast-iron frying pan, heat your tortillas one at a time for about a minute. This adds a nice warmth and slight char to them.
  12. Assemble your tacos by filling each tortilla with a generous scoop of shredded chicken and top it with the blue cheese coleslaw. For added flavor, sprinkle more crumbled blue cheese on top if desired.
  13. Serve your Buffalo Chicken Tacos right away, offering extra Frank’s Red Hot Sauce for those who want an extra kick!

Notes

  • Tip 1: If you have leftovers, store the chicken and slaw separately in airtight containers to maintain freshness.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze the cooked chicken in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
  • Tip 3: Serve these tacos with a side of fresh fruit or a light salad for a refreshing contrast.
  • Tip 4: Consider garnishing your tacos with fresh cilantro or sliced jalapeños for an added layer of flavor.
  • Tip 5: Always taste and adjust the heat levels before serving, especially if you have guests with varying spice tolerances.