Best 9 Lydias Chicken Chalupa Recipes

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**Indulge in the Crispy Delight of Lydia's Chicken Chalupa: A Culinary Journey of Mexican Flavors**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with Lydia's Chicken Chalupa, a delectable dish that embodies the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine. This symphony of flavors features a golden-brown chalupa shell, cradling tender and juicy chicken, a medley of crisp lettuce, succulent tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a symphony of shredded cheese. Drizzled with a zesty Mexican crema and a dash of flavorful salsa, each bite promises a burst of authentic Mexican taste. This article presents a collection of recipes that will guide you in crafting this delightful dish from scratch. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with this culinary masterpiece that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Mexico.

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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.

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

LYDIA'S CHICKEN CHALUPA



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Make and share this Lydia's Chicken Chalupa recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lydia60

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 corn tortillas
2 cans chicken stock
1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
12 ounces sour cream
1/3 cup of chopped onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 -3 jalapeno chile, canned
2 -3 cups of diced cooked chicken
2 -4 cups of shredded cheese (Monterey Jack & Cheddar or Mexican blend are the favorites)
salt and pepper
paprika

Steps:

  • First, place tortillas in a deep dish and pour one can of chicken stock over so that they can soak while you prepare the remainder of the dish.
  • (use cold stock or tortillas will get mushy) Melt butter in saucepan, stir in flour and then add one can chicken stock and pour off remaining stock from tortillas into this saucepan.
  • Cook until slightly thickened over med-high heat and then add jalapenos.
  • Turn heat off then stir in sour cream- mix thoroughly.
  • Layer ingredients in a 9 x 13 casserole as follows: four (4) tortillas to completely cover bottom (I tear them in half to cover),1/3 of the chicken, 1/3 of the sauce 1/3 of the onions and then 1/3 of the cheese; repeat until all layers are used ending with cheese on top.
  • Sprinkle with paprika Cover tightly and place in refrigerator overnight (it will work if left refrigerated for 8 hours).
  • Bake at 350 degrees for one hour (remove cover half-way through baking).
  • Probably best to let stand for 15- 20 minutes before cutting into serving pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.4, Fat 25.5, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 79.3, Sodium 380.3, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 18.4

CHICKEN CHALUPA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chicken Chalupa Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 flour tortillas
2 lbs roasted chicken meat, shredded
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup salsa
1 cup green chili salsa
black olives, sliced (to garnish)
cilantro, chopped (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray large casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Lay two tortillas in bottom of dish, overlapping slightly.
  • Top with a layer of chicken, a layer of cheese, and a layer of salsas.
  • Repeat layers until dish is full, finishing with a layer of salsa (pattern should repeat 6 times).
  • Bake until hot and bubbly (25 minutes.).
  • Garnish with olives and cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649.8, Fat 28.5, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 174.2, Sodium 1263.7, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 4, Protein 59.5

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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Cheese and chicken "burritos". Easy and very tasty. My friend with 7 children gave me this recipe. We like to eat the leftovers and they are always gone before long.

Provided by Gail Doyle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 large flour tortillas
4 chicken breasts, cooked and diced
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
2 cups sour cream
3/4 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
4 sliced green onions, with tops
1 (4 ounce) can diced chili peppers
3/4 lb cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Combine: soup, chili peppers, sour cream and green onions.
  • Add the Jack cheese.
  • Remove 2 cups of mixture and add chicken.
  • Spoon chicken into tortillas.
  • Roll and place into a buttered 9x13-inch pan.
  • The tortillas can be placed on top of each other if necessary.
  • Pour the rest of the soup mixture over the tortillas and cover with cheddar cheese.
  • Spray foil and cover top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350°F for 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1187.7, Fat 63.5, SaturatedFat 31, Cholesterol 160.4, Sodium 2158, Carbohydrate 98.4, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 54.4

COPYCAT TACO BELL NAKED CHICKEN CHALUPA



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Sometimes you want the meat on the outside of your taco, right? The Naked Chicken Chalupa was invented by a genius who had that in mind. Salad on the inside golden fried chicken on the outside. Pretty cool.

Provided by EmKenBken

Categories     Mexican

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 Copycat Taco Bell Naked Chicken Chalupas, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

1 (1 ounce) envelope ranch dressing mix, such as Hidden Valley Ranch
3/4 cup sour cream
1 small avocado, pitted and diced
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 lbs ground chicken, white meat
2/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for rolling
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Accent seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 (6 ounce) can cooking spray
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon sweet paprika
6 cups vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a blender or food processor combine ingredients for Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce. Blend until completely smooth. Transfer to a small container, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In the bowl of a food processor combine ingredients for Naked Chicken Chalupa Shell. Process until completely combined and chicken has formed a paste, about three minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
  • Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment, flour liberally.
  • Using a 1/3 cup measure lightly sprayed with cooking spray to help, divide chicken mixture into 12 portions, placing each portion on a floured baking sheet. Place both baking sheets in the freezer while you roll out chicken shells.
  • Flour a washable cutting board liberally. Transfer one chicken portion to cutting board and flour the top. Using a rolling pin, roll the chicken mixture into a 6-inch circle. If the mixture is too sticky to roll, continue to freeze it for a bit longer. Make sure the rolling pin and the work surface are well floured. Place rolled out chicken rounds back in the freezer, dividing each with parchment.
  • In a pie dish or shallow rimmed platter whisk together Wet Ingredients thoroughly.
  • In another shallow dish stir together Dry Ingredients.
  • In a large heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven, with a deep frying thermometer attached to side, heat oil over medium-high to 340°F.
  • Working one at a time, remove a rolled out chicken round from the freezer, dust off excess flour, dip in egg mixture on both sides, then Dry Mixture on both sides.
  • Using kitchen twine tie chicken round into "taco" shape. If chicken is too soft after breading, place in freezer again for a few minutes and continue with remaining rounds.
  • Before frying make sure to have kitchen scissors and tongs on hand.
  • Place Chalupa shells into hot oil one at a time. Fry for 1 1/2 minutes undisturbed. Using tongs, lift Chalupa gently to the surface of the oil. Snip string, and gently remove. Chalupa should now hold it's shape. Continue to fry until golden brown and cooked through another 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Fill with Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese; serve immediately.

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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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.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe tomatoes and onions.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can chop the tomatoes and onions by hand.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken until it is browned and cooked through.
  • If you don't have a tortilla press, you can use a rolling pin to flatten the tortillas.
  • Be careful not to overfill the chalupa shells, or they will be difficult to fold.
  • Serve the chalupas immediately, while they are still warm.

Conclusion:

Lydia's Chicken Chalupa is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of flavorful chicken, fresh vegetables, and crispy tortilla shells makes this dish a hit with people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a new recipe to add to your regular rotation or you are just looking for a fun and easy dish to make for a party, Lydia's Chicken Chalupa is sure to be a hit.

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