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Copycat Taco Bell Chalupas With Fast Food Copycat Recipes Twist

Fast Food Copycat Recipes like this one have a special spot in my kitchen because they’re fun, familiar, and way cheaper than drive-thru. If you’ve ever craved a crunchy-meets-pillowy chalupa but didn’t want to leave the house (or your sweatpants), you’re in for a treat. I first tried making these chalupas one lazy Saturday afternoon. You know those days when takeout feels right, but your wallet gives you the side eye? So I rolled up my sleeves, grabbed my cast iron, and hoped for the best. What came out of the pan was pure golden magic. Light, crisp, and just chewy enough to hold all the toppings without falling apart. It’s like a hug in flatbread form. This recipe leans into the magic of Disney Copycat Recipes and Copycat Restaurant Recipes, while giving a nod to Copycat KFC Chicken fans and Fresh Kitchen Copycat Recipes lovers. Heck, if you’re the type who can whip up a copycat Crumbl cookie recipe after dinner or love a Taco bowl recipe for lunch, this one’s got your name on it.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Keywords: copycat crumbl cookie recipe, Copycat Kfc Chicken, Copycat Restaurant Recipes, Disney Copycat Recipes, Fast Food Copycat Recipes, Fresh Kitchen Copycat Recipes, Taco bowl recipe
Servings: 8 chalupas
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cut in the butter with your fingers until crumbly. Stir in the milk to form a dough.
  3. Knead for a minute on a floured surface until smooth. Let it rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Divide into 8 pieces and roll each into a 6-inch circle.
  5. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry each piece until golden brown, about 1–2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  6. In another skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain fat. Add taco seasoning and water per packet instructions. Simmer.
  7. To assemble: top each fried bread with ground beef, lettuce, tomato, cheese, and sour cream if desired.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying, or the dough won’t puff properly. You can swap in ground turkey or black beans for a lighter or vegetarian option.