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Crispy Chicken Chalupas with Guac & Crema

Fried tortilla cups stuffed with shredded chicken, topped with guacamole, sour cream, and a tangy salsa. Ready in under 20 minutes—all the crunch, none of the fuss.

Total time
20 min
Servings
2
Calories
520
Protein
28g
Crispy Chicken Chalupas with Guac & Crema
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 1/4 inch neutral oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Working one at a time, fry each tortilla 30 seconds per side, then quickly drape it over a ladle or small bowl to form a cup. Set on paper towels.

  3. Step 3

    Warm shredded chicken with 1/4 cup salsa in the same skillet over medium for 2 minutes, stirring once.

  4. Step 4

    Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop flesh into a bowl. Mash with a pinch of salt and half the lime juice.

  5. Step 5

    Fill each tortilla cup with warm chicken, then top with guacamole, sour cream, cotija, and a dollop of remaining salsa.

  6. Step 6

    Serve immediately with tortilla chips and a lime wedge on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • 10-inch skillet
  • ladle or small bowl
  • paper towels
  • small bowl
  • fork or spoon

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