Chicken Chalupas
Enjoy delicious homemade Chicken Chalupas with crispy shells and flavorful fillings perfect for any family dinner or game night.
Ingredients
For the Chalupa Shells
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1.25 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
For the Filling
- 2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup refried beans Heat until warm.
- 1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken Mix with taco seasoning.
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning Adjust spiciness as per preference.
- Optional toppings (pico de gallo, sour cream, sliced avocados) Customize based on preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to mix the dry ingredients.
- Gradually pour in the milk while stirring until the dough starts to form.
- Knead the dough until smooth and shape it into 6 equal balls.
- Roll each ball into a 7-inch circle, dusting with flour as necessary, and keep covered with a damp towel.
Frying
- Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Fry one side of a dough circle until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
- Flip and fry the other side until golden brown. Repeat for all shells.
Assembly
- Fill each chalupa shell with 2 tablespoons of refried beans.
- Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of seasoned shredded chicken.
- Top with chopped lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and any optional toppings.
Notes
If storing leftovers, keep shells and fillings separate. Fillings last 3 days in the fridge, shells can last at room temperature for a couple of days. Reheat filling before serving. For variations, substitute chicken with ground beef or turkey, and add black beans for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
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