Lisa Chung
@liszenchu
Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos
Enjoy these delicious Honduran-style crispy fried tacos filled with seasoned shredded chicken and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering!
Details
- Cuisine:latin-american
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:10
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time80 min.
- Servings5
Ingredients
- 2
- 1/2 teaspoon, or to taste
- 1 tablespoon
- 1
- 1
- 1
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 10
- as needed
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos.
Step 1
To start your delicious chicken tacos, grab a pot and place your chicken breasts inside, sprinkling them with a pinch of salt.
Step 2
Pour in enough water to cover the chicken halfway, then bring it to a lively boil.
Step 3
Let it cook until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), which should take about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes.
Step 5
This is the perfect time to daydream about how tasty your tacos will be! After cooling, shred the chicken into thin, tender pieces.
Step 6
Next, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 7
Toss in your chopped onion, tomato, and bell pepper, and sauté them for about 2 minutes until they soften and release their delightful aromas.
Step 8
Now, stir in the shredded chicken along with some chicken bouillon granules and a dash of black pepper.
Step 9
Let this mixture cook for another 5 minutes, allowing it to turn a lovely golden brown and fill your kitchen with mouthwatering scents.
Step 10
Now it’s time to assemble your tacos! Take a corn tortilla and spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture into the center.
Step 11
Fold the tortilla around the filling and secure it with a toothpick to keep everything snug.
Step 12
Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas, imagining how satisfying each bite will be.
Step 13
For the frying part, heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large saucepan until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Step 14
Carefully fry the filled tortillas in batches, cooking them for about 2 minutes on each side until they turn golden and crispy.
Step 15
Once they’re perfectly fried, drain them on paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
Step 16
While your tacos are cooling, let’s whip up a quick sauce to elevate your dish! In a small saucepan, bring some water to a boil.
Step 17
Add in tomato sauce, chicken bouillon granules, and seasoned salt.
Step 18
Stir this mixture over medium-high heat until it thickens up nicely, which should take about 5 minutes.
Step 19
Now, it’s time to serve! Drizzle that rich, flavorful sauce over your crispy tacos and get ready to enjoy a meal that’s sure to impress.
Step 20
Each bite will be a delightful explosion of flavors, making your taco night a memorable one!.