Chicken Chalupa Recipe
Chicken Chalupa is a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish that combines crispy fried tortilla shells with tender and seasoned chicken. This recipe is perfect for those who love spicy and savory flavors. Made with simple ingredients, this dish can be easily prepared at home for a satisfying and tasty meal.
Ingredients:
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup cornmeal
– Vegetable oil for frying
– 4 large flour tortillas
– Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa for topping
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Season the chicken breasts with the spice mixture on both sides.
3. In a shallow dish, combine the flour and cornmeal.
4. Coat each seasoned chicken breast with the flour and cornmeal mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
5. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
6. Fry the coated chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
7. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.
8. While the chicken is cooling, warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1-2 minutes on each side.
9. Place the warm tortillas on serving plates.
10. Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and divide them equally among the tortillas.
11. Top each tortilla with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
12. Fold the tortillas in half to form chalupa shells.
13. Serve immediately and enjoy!
This recipe yields approximately 4 servings. The estimated cooking time is around 30 minutes, including preparation and frying. Chicken Chalupa is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as an appetizer. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to savor the delicious flavors of this Mexican delight!