Description
This crispy, golden Tortilla Chip-Crusted Chicken is packed with crunch and flavor! Coated in crushed tortilla chips and baked or air-fried to perfection, it’s served with a smoky chipotle sauce for a delicious kick. A perfect weeknight dinner, meal prep option, or crowd-pleasing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved lengthwise)
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (any flavor)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- Cooking spray or oil (for baking/air frying)
For the Chipotle Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (minced)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it. (For air frying, preheat to 375°F.)
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Prepare the Coating:
- In one bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a second bowl, whisk together eggs and milk.
- In a third bowl, place crushed tortilla chips.
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Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess.
- Dip into egg mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Press into crushed tortilla chips, coating evenly.
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Bake or Air Fry:
- Oven: Place on prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and cooked through.
- Air Fryer: Place in a single layer in the basket and air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping once, until crispy.
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Make the Chipotle Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, lime juice, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
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Serve Immediately:
- Drizzle or dip chicken in the chipotle sauce and serve with fresh lime wedges and chopped cilantro!
Notes
- Extra Flavor: Try using flavored tortilla chips (like lime or spicy nacho) for a twist!
- Spice Level: Adjust the chipotle pepper amount for more or less heat.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free flour and chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg