SOFT FRIED TORTILLAS WITH TOMATILLO SALSA AND CHICKEN

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Categories     Cheese     Chicken     Onion     Appetizer     Fry     Quick & Easy     Cinco de Mayo     Dinner     Hot Pepper     Tomatillo     Cilantro     Tortillas     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 12 chalupas

Number Of Ingredients 16

For tomatillo salsa
1/2 lb fresh tomatillos, husks discarded and tomatillos rinsed and quartered
3 fresh green serrano chiles, coarsely chopped (including seeds)
1/4 cup chopped white onion
3 garlic cloves, quartered
3/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
For chalupas
1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 (4-inch) corn tortillas (see cooks' note, below)
1 cup shredded cooked chicken (from 1 chicken breast half)
2 to 3 tablespoons crema or crème fraîche
1/3 cup finely chopped white onion
1/3 cup finely crumbled queso fresco (Mexican fresh cheese)

Steps:

  • Make salsa:
  • Purée tomatillos, chiles, onion, garlic, salt, and water in a blender until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then carefully add tomatillo purée (oil will splatter) and simmer, stirring, until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in cilantro and simmer 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl.
  • Make chalupas:
  • Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 200°F.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in cleaned dried skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then briefly cook tortillas, 3 at a time, until softened and hot but still pale, about 10 seconds per side, adding more oil if necessary. Transfer tortillas with tongs to paper towels to drain briefly, then to a large shallow baking pan in oven to keep warm, arranging tortillas in one layer (overlapping slightly if necessary) and covering pan with foil.
  • Spread each warm tortilla with about 1 teaspoon salsa, then top sparingly with a few shreds of chicken. Thin crema with a little water and drizzle over chicken, then sprinkle with onion and cheese. Serve immediately.

Emil Dyson
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Yum!


Sharone Knowles
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5 stars!


Black Start
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


Deborah Briones
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I've tried several different recipes for soft-fried tortillas, and this one is by far the best. The tortillas are always crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside.


imdad Zehri
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This is a great recipe for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it always gets rave reviews.


Shehriyar atta
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The tomatillo salsa is tangy and flavorful, the chicken is moist and tender, and the tortillas are crispy and delicious.


Aitezaz ahmadkhan
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This dish is a must-try for any fan of Mexican food.


Solomon Zulu
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy a delicious and authentic Mexican meal at home.


Tyrique KILLER
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a hit with my family and friends.


Arhu Creation
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a very versatile dish. I've served it with everything from rice and beans to roasted vegetables.


ThankGod Elechi
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I made this dish for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the tortillas, and they were all asking for the recipe.


Sagor Miya
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I served these soft-fried tortillas with a side of guacamole and sour cream. It was the perfect way to complete the meal.


Mujahid Shamsi
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I used rotisserie chicken in this recipe, which made it even easier to make. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the tomatillo salsa and tortillas.


Faisal Hayat
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The tomatillo salsa is the star of the show in this dish. It's tangy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of heat. I could eat it on just about anything.


Maryam Auwal
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's also very affordable. I was able to make a meal for four people for under $20.


Rand0m
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The result was a delicious and impressive meal.


Maule Tamang
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These soft-fried tortillas were a hit at my dinner party! The tomatillo salsa and chicken filling were flavorful and perfectly complemented each other. The tortillas were crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. I'll definitely be maki


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