A little while ago, I challenged our Naturally Granola ambassadors to create a savoury recipe using our granola. And when Shana shared this one… omg yes.
We are big fans of Mexican-inspired food, so the fact that she went for a granola taco recipe? Absolutely brilliant.
These crispy chicken tacos are crunchy, fresh, creamy and full of flavour. The chicken is coated in a golden granola crumb, then layered into soft tacos with crunchy slaw, avocado and lime sour cream. It is the kind of recipe that feels fun, a little unexpected, and seriously delicious.
If you have never used granola in a savoury recipe before, this is a very good place to start.
Why you will love this recipe
- Crispy, fresh and full of texture
- A fun savoury way to use granola
- Perfect for lunch, dinner or sharing with friends
- Easy to make but feels a little special
- Packed with crunch, creaminess and bright flavour
Ingredients
- 4 to 6 small soft tacos
- 100 g coleslaw mix
- 1/2 apple
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 avocado
- 1 small pot sour cream
- 1 lime
- Flour, for coating
- 1 egg, beaten
- 100 g Signature Granola, finely crushed
- 200 g chicken mini fillets
- 1 spring onion
- Salt, pepper and garlic powder
Method
- Add the ready-made coleslaw mix to a bowl. Remove the core from the half apple, dice it and add it to the slaw.
- Squeeze in the juice of half a lime. Add the mayonnaise, a little salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Mash the avocado and season with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream with the juice of the other half of the lime. Season with salt and pepper and stir well.
- Place some flour in one bowl, the beaten egg in a second bowl, and the finely crushed granola in a third bowl. Season the granola crumb with a little salt and pepper.
- Coat the chicken first in the flour, then in the egg, and finally in the granola crumb.
- Fry the chicken in a pan with butter until golden and crispy on both sides.
- Slice the chicken into strips.
- Fill the soft tacos with the slaw, mashed avocado and crispy chicken.
- Finish with lime sour cream and finely sliced spring onion. Serve straight away.
Tips
- Crush the granola finely so it coats the chicken evenly
- Signature Granola works especially well here because it adds crunch without overpowering the other flavours
- Serve the tacos straight away so the chicken stays crispy
- Add extra lime wedges on the side for even more freshness
FAQ
Can you use granola in savoury recipes?
Yes, absolutely. Granola can add amazing crunch and texture to savoury dishes, especially when used as a coating or topping.
What kind of granola works best for savoury tacos?
A simpler granola with a good crunch works best. Signature Granola is a great option because it adds texture without being too sweet.
Can I make these crispy chicken tacos ahead of time?
You can prepare the slaw, avocado and lime sour cream in advance, but the chicken is best cooked just before serving so it stays crispy.
What can I serve with these tacos?
They are great on their own, but also delicious with extra lime, a fresh salad or a simple side of rice.