Homemade Chicken Taquitos are crispy, flavorful, and filled with tender shredded chicken and a blend of spices. These taquitos are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or even a main dish, and they’re easy to make right at home!
📋 Ingredients:
- 🍗 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese
- 🧅 1/2 cup salsa or diced tomatoes
- 🌶️ 1 tsp ground cumin
- 🌶️ 1 tsp chili powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 🌮 12 small corn tortillas
- 🛢️ Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil works well)
- 🌿 Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
📝 Directions:
1. Prepare the Chicken Filling:
- 🍗 Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, shredded cheese, salsa, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well mixed.
2. Warm the Tortillas:
- 🌮 Warm the Tortillas: To make the tortillas more pliable and prevent cracking, warm them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 15-20 seconds on each side, or wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds.
3. Assemble the Taquitos:
- 🌮 Fill and Roll: Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third of each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling, securing it with a toothpick if necessary to prevent unrolling.
4. Fry the Taquitos:
- 🛢️ Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 🍳 Fry the Taquitos: Carefully place the taquitos seam side down into the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
5. Serve:
- 🌿 Garnish and Serve: Remove the toothpicks if used. Serve the taquitos hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. They pair perfectly with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for dipping.
Serve:
Enjoy your crispy and delicious Homemade Chicken Taquitos, a perfect dish for any occasion!
⏱ Preparation Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cooking Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 12 taquitos
🔥 Calories: 180 kcal per taquito
💡 Notes:
- You can bake the taquitos for a lighter option: Place them on a baking sheet, brush with a little oil, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy.
- If you prefer flour tortillas, they work well too, but the cooking time might vary slightly.
Enjoy your flavorful and crispy Homemade Chicken Taquitos! 🌮✨