Fried Chicken and Watermelon Tacos
3 servings
60 minutes
Taco with fried chicken and watermelon is a bold and refreshing blend of traditional Mexican cuisine with summer notes. Crispy tortillas filled with tender pieces of chicken soaked in lime juice, juicy watermelon, spicy jalapeño, and tangy feta cheese create an explosion of flavors. The origins of this dish can be found in modern Mexican fusion cuisine where chefs seek unexpected combinations that balance sweet, salty, and spicy. It’s perfect for a summer outdoor dinner or a friendly gathering where you want to surprise guests with something unusual. The lightness of the watermelon softens the spiciness of the jalapeño while red and green onions add aromatic depth. This is not just a taco – it’s a gastronomic adventure that transports you to a world of vibrant flavors and sunny moods.
1
Cut the chicken fillet and cook it in a pan or on a grill.
- Chicken breast fillet: 500 g
2
Warm the flatbreads in the oven.
- Italian flatbread (focaccia/piadina): 6 pieces
3
Cut the watermelon into cubes, chop the onion, cheese, and pepper.
- Watermelon: 4 pieces
- Red onion: 0.5 head
- Brynza cheese: 100 g
- Jalapeno pepper: 1 piece
- Green onion tops (scallion greens): 1 bunch
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: 1 teaspoon
4
Fill the flatbreads with this mixture.
- Watermelon: 4 pieces
- Red onion: 0.5 head
- Brynza cheese: 100 g
- Jalapeno pepper: 1 piece
- Green onion tops (scallion greens): 1 bunch
- Freshly squeezed lime juice: 1 teaspoon