Taos Chicken Chalupas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 15

Chicken chalupas with green chili salsa and guacamole

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 whole chicken breasts , poached and shredded
	2 cans green chili salsa ( I use Ortega )
	12 corn tortillas , crisply fried
	2 cups refried beans
	2 cups prepared guacamole ( I make my own )
	2 cups shredded lettuce
	2 cups grated mild cheddar cheese
	2 cups sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

594

Sugar

Fat

40g

Taos Chicken Chalupas are a Mexican-inspired dish that consists of fried corn tortillas filled with shredded chicken, green chili salsa, refried beans, and cheese. The chalupas are baked until crispy and topped with guacamole, lettuce, and sour cream. This dish originates from Taos, New Mexico, where chili peppers are a staple ingredient in local cuisine. Taos Chicken Chalupas are a delicious and comforting meal that can be enjoyed with family and friends. They are perfect for a casual dinner or weekend gathering.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2.	Coat a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
3.	Mix the shredded chicken breasts with the green chili salsa in a medium bowl.
4.	Soften the tortillas by baking them in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
5.	Place the softened tortillas on a cutting board and spread 2 tablespoons of refried beans over each tortilla.
6.	Top each tortilla with an equal amount of the shredded chicken mixture.
7.	Fold the tortilla in half to create a chalupa.
8.	Place the chalupas on the coated baking dish and sprinkle each with shredded cheddar cheese.
9.	Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
10.	Top each chalupa with guacamole, lettuce, and a dollop of sour cream before serving.

PROS

Taos Chicken Chalupas are a tasty and filling meal that is easy to make and can be customized to your tastes.
The combination of green chili salsa, refried beans, and cheddar cheese make these chalupas a crowd favorite.
They are also perfect for meal prep as they can be made ahead of time and reheated quickly.

CONS

These chalupas are high in calories and saturated fat due to the cheese and refried beans.
They are also not a gluten-free option due to the corn tortillas.
It is important to maintain a balanced diet by eating these chalupas in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and essential nutrients such as vitamins B6 and B12. The addition of guacamole provides healthy monounsaturated fats and fiber. Green chili salsa adds vitamin C and may aid in digestion due to its capsaicin content.