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Mexican Chicken Fries in cast iron skillet with Tinga chicken, avocado, jalapeños, sour cream, cheddar, and lime wedges
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Mexican Chicken Fries​

Mexican Chicken Fries are the ultimate fusion comfort food—crispy golden fries topped with juicy Tinga chicken, creamy cheddar cheese, jalapeños, avocado, and Mexican crema. This crave-worthy dish is perfect for parties, game days, or a bold Tex-Mex dinner idea.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 635
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds frozen French fries
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt for sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper for sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup fresh salsa

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven according to your French fries package and cook them until crispy and golden.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, then sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  3. Add cherry tomatoes, chipotle peppers, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and pepper, and stir well.
  4. Place the chicken breasts into the skillet and pour in the chicken broth; cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred it using forks, then blend the sauce until smooth and return the
  6. shredded chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 10–15 minutes until thickened.
  7. In a separate saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to form a roux, then slowly add milk while whisking.
  8. Stir in chili powder, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese until melted into a creamy cheese sauce.
  9. Once the fries are done, place them on a serving plate or cast iron skillet.
  10. Top fries with shredded Tinga chicken, drizzle with cheese sauce, and finish with sliced avocado, jalapeños, crema, green onions, and fresh salsa.
  11. Serve your loaded Mexican Chicken Fries hot and enjoy the bold Tex-Mex flavors.

Notes

  • Substitute boneless chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
  • Use an air fryer for crispier, lower-oil French fries.
  • Add shredded lettuce or diced tomatoes for a fresher topping option.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute chicken with chipotle-seasoned jackfruit.
  • Reheat leftovers in an air fryer to maintain crispiness.