Description
Homemade Chicken Taquitos are a delicious and satisfying snack that transforms any occasion into a celebration. These crispy rolls are filled with seasoned chicken and gooey cheese, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for game nights or cozy evenings with friends, they are sure to become your go-to recipe for entertaining or enjoying solo on a binge-watching night.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add chicken breasts seasoned with salt and pepper, cooking until browned.
- Shred the chicken: Allow cooked chicken to cool slightly before shredding with two forks.
- Mix in seasonings: Combine shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, and both cheeses in a bowl.
- Assemble taquitos: Place about 2 tablespoons of filling in each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Bake or fry: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake taquitos seam-side down on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until crispy, or fry in hot oil until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg