Jul 14 2026

Torta Loca Recipe

Time45m
Serves2

Crispy chicken, avocado, queso fresco, pickled jalapenos, refried beans, lettuce, tomato, red onions, ciabatta, fries

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Ingredients

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Chicken Preparation

Toppings

Bread & Fries

Method

Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Chicken

    Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and let rest.

Toppings Assembly

  1. 3

    Prepare the Toppings

    While the chicken is resting, slice the avocado, tomato, and red onion. Crumble the queso fresco and set aside.

  2. 4

    Assemble the Torta

    Slice the ciabatta rolls in half. Spread refried beans on the bottom half of each roll. Layer with crispy chicken, avocado slices, queso fresco, pickled jalapenos, lettuce, tomato slices, and red onion.

Frying the Fries

  1. 5

    Cook the Fries

    In a separate pot or deep fryer, prepare the frozen fries according to the package instructions until they are golden and crispy.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Dish

    Serve the torta with a side of hot, crispy fries. Enjoy!

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