Fresh Fried Spicy Soft Tacos
Get ready to elevate taco night with these Fresh Fried Spicy Soft Tacos, a tantalizing fusion of bold spices, crispy tortillas, and fresh toppings! Perfectly seasoned strips of tender chicken are sautéed with aromatic onions and jalapeños, then nestled into lightly fried flour tortillas for an irresistible golden crunch. A colorful medley of crisp lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, creamy sour cream, and a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese brings bright flavors and hearty texture to every bite. Finished with a squeeze of zesty lime juice and a touch of fresh cilantro, these homemade tacos strike the perfect balance between spicy and savory. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes and ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this easy recipe guarantees restaurant-quality tacos bursting with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Flour tortillas
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 1 small, finely chopped Jalapeño
- 0.25 cup, chopped Cilantro
- 1 cup Shredded lettuce
- 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 whole, cut into wedges Lime
- 2 medium, diced Tomatoes
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the spice mix.
Sprinkle half of the spice mix over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until fully cooked and lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and cook the diced onion and jalapeño over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until softened. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix in the remaining spice mix. Stir well to combine, then remove from heat.
In another skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Lightly fry each flour tortilla for about 20-30 seconds on each side, until golden and just crispy. Place the fried tortillas on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Assemble the tacos by adding the spiced chicken mixture to each fried tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh fried spicy soft tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.4 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.6 g | 248% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 548 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 6489 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.9 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 188.6 g | 377% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1236 mg | 95% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2545 mg | 54% | |
*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.
