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Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos

Golden crispy fried chicken tucked into soft tortillas with fresh toppings and creamy sauce for the ultimate crunchy taco experience.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 chicken breasts cut into strips
  • 1 cup flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
Tacos
  • 8 tortillas
  • 2 cups lettuce shredded
  • 1 cup cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes diced
Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk and egg.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, and spices.
  3. Coat chicken in flour mixture.
  4. Fry until golden and crispy.
  5. Prepare sauce by mixing ingredients.
  6. Warm tortillas.
  7. Assemble tacos with chicken and toppings.

Notes

For extra crispiness, double dredge the chicken.