Crispy Golden Chicken Tacos Delight
Crispy golden chicken tacos filled with seasoned chicken, refried beans, and fresh toppings. A delightful Mexican dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado sliced
- 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and warm each corn tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side.
- On each tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, then add a spoonful of the seasoned chicken mixture.
- Roll the tortillas tightly to form a taco shape.
- In a large skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom by approximately ½ inch over medium-high heat.
- Gently place the rolled tacos seam-side down in the skillet and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the tacos and let them drain on paper towels.
- Arrange the crispy tacos on a serving platter and top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and avocado slices.
- Sprinkle with crumbled queso fresco and drizzle with sour cream.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
Serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.