Chalupas from a Friend
Bring the flavors of authentic Mexican street food to your table with this delightful recipe for "Chalupas from a Friend." These golden, crispy corn tortillas are fried to perfection and filled with a hearty combination of warm refried beans and tender shredded chicken. Fresh toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and melty cheddar cheese add vibrant layers of texture and taste. Finished with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a zesty spoonful of salsa, these chalupas are a balanced blend of rich and refreshing flavors. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, this 35-minute recipe is easy to make and ideal for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners. Whether you're indulging solo or serving a crowd, these customizable chalupas are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Corn tortillas
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup Refried beans
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Homemade or store-bought salsa
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
One at a time, fry each corn tortilla in the hot oil for about 30 seconds per side, until golden and crispy. Use tongs to carefully fold the tortilla in half while frying to create a chalupa shape. Remove and drain on paper towels.
In a small saucepan, heat the refried beans over low heat until warm and smooth. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
Spread a layer of refried beans inside each fried tortilla shell.
Add a layer of shredded chicken over the beans in each chalupa.
Top each chalupa with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Finish with a dollop of sour cream and a spoonful of salsa on top.
Serve immediately while the chalupa shells are still crispy and warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 326.3 g | 418% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.0 g | 465% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 135.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 642 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 3747 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 256.5 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 227.2 g | 454% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1632 mg | 126% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 4003 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
