Savory Pancake Tacos
Savory Pancake Tacos offer a delightful twist on traditional comfort food, featuring airy pancakes filled with savory ingredients for a unique meal any time of the day.
Ingredients
For the pancake batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides the base for fluffy pancakes.
- 1 cup milk Can use dairy or a non-dairy alternative.
- 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps pancakes rise.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Seasoning.
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper Adds a kick.
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives Finely chopped for flavor.
For the filling
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken Can substitute with preferred protein.
- 0.5 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or mozzarella for oozy goodness.
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes Halved for freshness.
- 0.25 cup sour cream Can replace with Greek yogurt.
- 1 whole avocado Sliced for creaminess.
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, milk, egg, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh chives. Whisk until the batter is smooth.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking spray or butter.
Cooking
- Pour a ladleful of pancake batter into the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
- Repeat to make 6-8 pancakes, setting them aside on a warm plate.
Assembly
- Layer each pancake with shredded chicken, cheese, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- Fold the pancakes like tacos, adding sour cream, avocado slices, and cilantro on top.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For added flavor, season the chicken before cooking. Use cayenne pepper for heat. Different types of cheese can change the flavor profile.