The Anti-Inflammatory Sweet Chili Lime Chicken Waffle Taco Cones have bold flavors and rich texture. We prepare these crispy taco cones with diced chicken breast, sweet chili sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, homemade waffle cone batter, and fresh taco toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and avocado. These crispy taco cones contain approximately 420 calories and 34 g of protein. We can prepare these taco cones in about one hour. The Anti-Inflammatory Sweet Chili Lime Chicken Waffle Taco Cones are ideal for family dinners, party appetizers, game-day gatherings, weekend lunches, and fun entertaining menus. Store the cooked chicken separately in the refrigerator for a minimum of four days, while the waffle cones should be kept in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture. Serve these flavorful taco cones with Citrus Cucumber Salad, Garlic Green Beans, or Sparkling Lime Water.
STATS:
- Course: Main Course
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cuisine: American, Mexican
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Serving Size: 1 filled waffle taco cone
- Cooking Mode: Skillet & Waffle Cone Maker
- Overall yields: 6
- Level of Difficulty: Moderate
- Overall Duration: 1 hour
TOOLS:
- Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Waffle cone maker
- Cooking spray
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
CHICKEN:
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- One-fourth tsp. black pepper
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Garlic powder, one tsp.
- Half tsp. salt
WAFFLE CONES:
- One cup flour (all-purpose)
- Baking powder, one tsp.
- Half tsp. salt
- One cup of milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- One egg
- Cooking spray
TOPPINGS:
- 1 cup lettuce
- 1/2 cup tomatoes
- 1/2 cup cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 avocado
- Fresh cilantro
INGREDIENT NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN BREAST:
- We use chicken breast, which delivers protein content & a soft texture. You can replace it with chicken thighs, turkey, tofu, shrimp, or chickpeas.
SWEET CHILI SAUCE:
- Use sweet chili sauce to add a sweet and mildly spicy flavor. You can substitute it with honey chili sauce, maple chili glaze, or sriracha mixed with honey.
LIME JUICE:
- We add lime juice for freshness and natural anti-inflammatory benefits. As a substitute, use lemon juice or orange juice.
GARLIC POWDER:
- Use garlic powder to provide savory flavor and antioxidant properties. You can swap it with fresh garlic or garlic paste.
ALL-PURPOSE FLOUR:
- We use all-purpose flour to create the structure of the waffle cones. You can replace it with whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
MILK:
- Use milk to add moisture and create a smooth batter. As a replacement, use almond, oat, soy, or coconut milk.
EGG:
- We add egg to help bind the batter and improve texture. As another option, utilize a flax egg.
BUTTER:
- Use melted butter to create rich flavor and crispy waffle cones. You can swap it with olive oil, coconut oil, or vegan butter.
TACO TOPPINGS:
- We use taco toppings to add freshness, color, and texture to the cones. You can replace them with cabbage, spinach, salsa, guacamole, or cucumber.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the black pepper, sweet chili sauce, salt, lime juice, and garlic powder in a dish.
- Include the chicken and coat it properly.
- Chill for almost thirty minutes.
- Warm the pan and cook the marinated chicken till it is perfectly caramelized and cooked, for almost eight minutes.
- Blend the flour, powder of baking, & salt in a vessel.
- Include the melted butter, milk, and egg.
- Whisk them till they get smoother.
- Warm the waffle cone maker and gently spray it using cooking spray.
- Spread a small quantity of the batter in the middle and cook till the texture is brown, for almost three minutes.
- While still heated, take out and form into a cone.
- Continue the process till the batter is finished.
- Pour all the waffle cones with cooked chicken and include your favourite toppings.
- Serve quickly when the waffle cones are fresh and crispy.
TIPS:
- Include avocado for nutritious fats.
- You could marinate the chicken for an extra time to get a deep flavor.
- After cooking, make a shape of waffle cones quickly.
- We utilize fresh lime juice for the perfect taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store the cooked chicken for nearly four days in a closed vessel. Store the toppings for longer than two days. Refrigerate the waffle cones for just two days.
FREEZER:
- Store the cooked chicken for a minimum of three months. We do not suggest storing waffle cones.
FAQs:
Which toppings are perfect for utilizing?
- You can use Greek yogurt, tomatoes, cilantro, lettuce, salsa, and avocado.
Will we prepare the chicken earlier?
- Yes, you can make the chicken more than three days earlier.
May we prepare this chicken by air-frying?
- Yes, you can cook for almost twelve minutes at 400°Fahrenheit.
Could we prepare this chicken without gluten?
- Yes, you can use non-gluten sweet chili sauce and flour.
Will we prepare these taco cones spicier?
- Yes, you can use hot sauce, cayenne pepper, or jalapeños.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 420 kcal
Sodium: 560 mg
Total Carbs: 32 g
Net Carbs: 29 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 8 g
Fat: 16 g
Protein: 34 g
Serving Size: 1 Filled Waffle Taco Cone
