Description
These Homemade Taquitos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, featuring crispy golden tortillas filled with savory shredded chicken and melted cheese. Perfect for game nights or family gatherings, they deliver a delightful crunch and endless flavor possibilities. Serve them with creamy guacamole or zesty salsa for a deliciously satisfying snack that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie recommended)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Salsa or guacamole (for serving)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with cumin and chili powder until well combined.
- Place some filling along one edge of each tortilla, sprinkle cheese on top, and roll tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Fry taquitos seam-side down until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve immediately with salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito (about 50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg