Description
Homemade Chicken Taquitos are a delightful combination of crispy tortillas and savory chicken filling, perfect for game nights or casual gatherings. These golden bites are easy to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings. With a burst of flavor in every crunchy bite, they promise to be a hit with family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a pot, bring water to a boil and add chicken. Simmer until cooked through (15-20 minutes).
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat tortillas in a skillet for about 30 seconds per side until soft.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and cheese, then roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry taquitos seam-side down for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg