WW Creamy Smash Butterscotch Tacos

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The WW Creamy Smash Butterscotch Tacos is a satisfying dish. This recipe contains two grams of fiber and 390 calories per serving. Takes 30 minutes to prepare this meal. We made this recipe with ground chicken, seasoning, mini taco shells, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, olive oil, red onion, tomatoes, lettuce, jalapeños, banana peppers, mayonnaise, ketchup, & Cajun seasoning. Pair this dish with fresh salsa, simple green salad, pico de gallo, cilantro lime rice, roasted cauliflower, or black bean salad. Store these WW Creamy Smash Butterscotch Tacos for three days in the refrigerator.

STATS:

  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Serving size: 2 tacos
  • Cooking time: 15 minutes
  • Serving: 5
  • Calories: 390 kcal
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Large non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Small bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spoon
  • Paper towels

INGREDIENTS:

SMASH TACO FILLING:

  • 1 lb lean ground chicken
  • Half tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Half cup shredded light mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 5 slices reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • One tbsp red chili flakes
  • 10 mini taco shells
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

FRESH BURGER TOPPINGS:

  • Quarter cup diced red onion
  • 2 tbsp sliced jalapeños
  • Half cup shredded lettuce
  • 2 tbsp sliced banana peppers
  • Half cup diced tomatoes

CREAMY BURGER TACO SAUCE:

  • Half cup light mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • Half tsp black pepper
  • 1½ tsp Cajun seasoning
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • One tsp sliced jalapeños

INGREDIENT NOTES:

LEAN GROUND CHICKEN:

  • It makes the main smash-burger filling in the recipe. Ground chicken is lighter and makes the dish taste juicy. Utilize ground turkey as a replacement for better results.

MINI TACO SHELLS:

  • They keep the tacos small and easy to eat. These shells are softer and flexible to fold. You may use small tortillas as another choice.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • It gives a classic sharp cheese taste that works well with the burger-style filling. You may use regular mozzarella as a substitute.

CAJUN SEASONING:

  • This seasoning gives garlic, herbs, pepper, and mild spice to the sauce. You may use a mixture of paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and onion powder as another idea.

LIGHT MAYONNAISE:

  • It makes the creamy base of the taco sauce and light sauce. You may use Greek yogurt for a tangier sauce in the recipe.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, mix light mayonnaise, ketchup, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and chopped jalapeños in a small bowl.
  2. Chill the bowl in the refrigerator after covering it.
  3. Put the ground chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, red chili flakes, and black pepper in the large bowl.
  4. Mix the ingredients well, then dice red onion and tomatoes.
  5. Shred the lettuce and slice jalapenos and banana peppers.
  6. Warm the skillet on medium-high heat and include olive oil.
  7. Place one mini taco shell in the pan and add a small portion of seasoned ground chicken on it.
  8. Repeat the step with the remaining tortillas and cook the chicken side down for 4 minutes.
  9. Press the tacos gently with the spatula while cooking, then flip the tacos.
  10. Sprinkle a little mozzarella on the cooked chicken and put half a cheddar slice on the taco.
  11. Melt the cheese for two minutes, then take out the tacos from the pan.
  12. Include lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, jalapeños, and banana peppers on the tacos.
  13. Lastly, drizzle creamy burger taco sauce on the topping and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

FRESH SIDES:

  • Mexican Cucumber Salad
  • Tomato Avocado Salad
  • Corn and Black Bean Salad
  • Fresh Pico de Gallo

SIDE DISHES:

  • Air-Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Roasted Cauliflower
  • Grilled Vegetables
  • Simple Green Salad

MEXICAN SIDES:

  • Cilantro Lime Rice
  • Mexican Street Corn
  • Black Bean Salad
  • Salsa Verde

DIPPING SIDES:

  • Fresh Salsa
  • Pico de Gallo
  • Light Guacamole
  • Jalapeño Yogurt Dip

TIPS:

  • Use a hot pan to brown the chicken properly and get crispy taco edges.
  • Avoid mixing the chicken too much to keep it tender in the recipe.
  • Do not load the tacos too much with the topping so they become easy to eat.
  • Serve the tacos right after making for better results.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Store cooked tacos, fresh toppings, and sauce in different containers for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the cooked tacos with vegetables pr sauce for two months.

FAQs:

Can I include ground beef in this recipe?

  • Yes, you may add ground beef to get the best results in the dish.

How to reduce spice from this meal?

  • You may reduce or exclude red chili flakes and jalapeños for less heat.

Are corn tortillas a good choice for this recipe?

  • Yes, you may use corn tortillas to give a traditional taco taste to the meal.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 390 kcal

Net carbs: 20 g

Iron: 1.7 mg

Total carbs: 22 g

Vitamin A: 1,450 IU

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 230 mg

Protein: 27 g

Sodium: 780 mg

Potassium: 410 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 8 Points