Best 6 Chicken Chalupas Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our delectable Chicken Chalupas recipe. These crispy and flavorful treats are a perfect blend of traditional Mexican flavors and modern culinary techniques. Made with simple ingredients and bursting with bold flavors, our Chicken Chalupas will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the step-by-step process of preparing Chicken Chalupas, ensuring that you create the perfect dish every time. From crafting the flavorful chicken filling to assembling the chalupas with fresh toppings, we've got you covered. Additionally, we'll share some exciting variations of this classic recipe, including vegetarian and gluten-free options, so that everyone can enjoy this Mexican delight. So, whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, get ready to embark on a taste adventure with our Chicken Chalupas recipe.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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I wanted an easy alternative to deep-fried chalupas, so I bake them with filling on top. -Magdalena Flores, Abilene, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup finely shredded cabbage

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place tortillas on an ungreased baking sheet. Brush each tortilla with oil; sprinkle with cheese., Place chicken, tomatoes and seasonings in a large skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until most of the liquid is evaporated. Spoon over tortillas. Bake 15-18 minutes or until tortillas are crisp and cheese is melted. Top with cabbage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 400mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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Provided by Food Network

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup Tomato Salsa Cruda, recipe follows
4 chicken breast halves, bone in
1 chayote, peeled, cut in half, and center seed removed
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 corn tortillas, toasted crisp in the oven
1 head Romaine lettuce, cut in thin strips
2 ounces crumbled Cotija cheese
4 tablespoons nonfat sour cream
1/2 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped
4 Italian Roma tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 to 2 serrano chilies, chopped
1/4 small onion, chopped
Juice of 1 lime
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Prepare the Tomato Salsa Cruda. Season the chicken and chayote with salt and pepper, place them in a baking dish, and roast for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool and remove the skin and bones from the chicken and tear into small strips. Cut the chayote into bite-size chunks. Toss the chicken and chayote with the Tomato Salsa Cruda and set aside.
  • To assemble the chalupas, place two crisp tortillas on each plate, overlapping them. Place the lettuce on top of the tortillas, then mound the chicken and chayote mixture on the lettuce. Garnish with the Cotija cheese, sour cream, and cilantro.
  • In a bowl, place the tomatoes, chilies, onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Store in a covered container, in the refrigerator, no more than 1 day.

EASY CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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Make and share this Easy Chicken Chalupas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (2 lb) whole chickens, roasted
8 flour tortillas
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup green chili salsa, mild
1 cup salsa, mild

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degreesF. Spray 13x9-inch ovenproof dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Remove skin and bones from chicken; discard. Shred chicken meat.
  • Place 2 tortillas in bottom of prepared dish, overlapping slightly. Layer tortillas with 1 cup chicken, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/4 cup of each salsa. Repeat layers, ending with cheese and salsas.
  • Bake casserole 25 minutes or until bubbly and hot.
  • TIP: Customize this easy main dish with toppings, on the side, such as sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced black olives, sliced green onions and sliced avocado.

CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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Crunchy, cheesy, and delicious. From Some Like it Hot by the Junior League of McAllen TX. Whenever we grill we always cook extra chicken for chalupas, enchiladas, paninis, etc. This recipe can easily be halved.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 17m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cooked and chopped
1 cup chopped green onion, include the tops
2 large pickled jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped (if you like the heat use the seeds too)
1/4 cup jalapeno juice, from the jars
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos (chopped and drained)
12 -18 crisp fried flat corn tortillas (known as Chalupas)
8 ounces monterey jack cheese
shredded lettuce
diced tomatoes
diced onion
guacamole (Guadalupe's Guacamole)

Steps:

  • Mix chicken with green onions, jalapenos, pepper juice, pimentos and sour cream.
  • Spread over chalupa shells.
  • Top with some grated cheese.
  • Broil until bubbly.
  • Top with topping ingredients.

CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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Make and share this Chicken Chalupas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by snuqueen

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces grated monterey jack cheese
12 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 bunches green onions, chopped (green tops only)
2 cans cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 pint sour cream
1 cup black olives, sliced
4 chicken breasts, cooked and chopped or shredded
12 -15 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine cheeses, then divide in half.
  • Divide the green onion in half.
  • Reserve for topping.
  • Combine 1/2 of the cheeses, 1/2 of the onions, chilies, sour cream, soup, and olives.
  • Mix well.
  • Set aside 1 1/2 cup for topping.
  • Put several tablespoons of filling on each tortilla and roll up.
  • Place tortillas, seam side down, in a single layer, in lightly greased shallow baking pan.
  • Spread the reserved filling over the top.
  • Cover with reserved cheese and onions.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Bake at 350 for 45 minutes.

CHICKEN CHALUPAS



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Categories     Chicken

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 flour tortias
4 large chicken breasts cooked and cut up
2 cans cr of chicken soup
1 large can chopped chilies
1 pt. sour cream
3/4 # jack cheese - grated
3/4 # cheddar cheese - grated
green onions diced
1 can chopped olives
1 small onion grated

Steps:

  • Combine soup, chilies, grated onion, some green onion, sour cream, olives w/ some cheese. Set aside about 1 1/2 c. of this mixture. Add chicken to the remaining mixture. Place 3 heaping T. chicken mixture on a tortia and roll up. Place in shallow 9X13 inch pan (greased). Continue until all tortias are used. Pour remaining sauce over top and sprinkle with remaining cheese and onions. Sprinkle w/ paprika. Refrigerate overnight. Bake 350 for 45 min - 1 hour

Tips:

  • For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Make sure your chicken is cooked thoroughly before assembling the chalupas.
  • If you don't have a chalupa maker, you can use a tortilla press or a rolling pin to flatten the tortillas.
  • Be careful not to overfill the chalupas, or they will be difficult to fold.
  • Serve the chalupas immediately, while they are still warm and crispy.

Conclusion:

Chicken chalupas are a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these chalupas at home that are just as good as the ones you get from your favorite restaurant. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give chicken chalupas a try!

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