Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken

Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken recipe videos

Tortilla Chip Crusted Chicken is a Tex-Mex inspired dish where chicken breasts are coated in crushed tortilla chips and baked or fried until crispy. It typically uses corn or flour tortilla chips, along with seasonings like cumin, chili powder, and garlic, and often includes an egg wash or cheese for binding. The dish is popular in the southwestern United States and Mexico, blending traditional Mexican flavors with American comfort food.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides a good source of fat from the chips and any added oils, with moderate carbs from the tortilla chips. It offers key nutrients like iron, fiber (if using corn chips), and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of 400-600 calories per serving depending on preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	650 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Zinc	2 mg

Per 1 piece (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The use of tortilla chips as a crust is a creative twist on traditional breaded chicken, adding a crunchy texture and a nod to Mexican snack culture. Nutritionally, it can be a fun way to incorporate whole grains if using corn tortilla chips, making it a more flavorful alternative to standard breadcrumbs.