Description
Crispy Chicken Taquitos are the perfect crunchy snack, delivering a savory burst of flavor in every bite. These golden delights feature tender, seasoned chicken wrapped in crispy tortillas, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a game night or enjoying a cozy binge-watching session, these taquitos are sure to impress. Serve them with a zesty dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 10 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Juice of 1 lime
- Hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper; bake for about 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Once cooled, shred the chicken and mix in chili powder, cumin, and cilantro.
- Spoon the mixture onto each tortilla, add cheese, and roll tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry taquitos seam-side down until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side).
- For the dipping sauce, mix sour cream with lime juice and hot sauce to taste.
- Serve hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg