Puffy Tacos
Crispy fried tortillas piled high with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. A quick, fun weeknight dinner that's ready in about 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 3
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 6 corn tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- ½ cup oil for frying
Instructions
- 1
Heat 0.5 cup oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Carefully slide in 1 tortilla and fry until it puffs and turns golden, about 30 seconds per side.
- 2
While hot, fold the fried tortilla into a taco shape and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining 5 tortillas, keeping them warm.
- 3
Fill each shell with 1/3 cup shredded chicken and a sprinkle of cheese, letting it melt from the warmth, about 1 minute.
- 4
Top each taco with a spoonful of sour cream and a handful of lettuce. Add diced tomato, onion, or cilantro if you have them.
- 5
Serve immediately while crisp.
Tools you’ll need
- skillet
- tongs
- paper towels
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