Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Homemade Chicken Taquitos—crispy tortillas filled with tender, seasoned chicken and topped with fresh salsa. Perfect for family movie nights or casual gatherings, these little bundles of joy are sure to impress. With their savory flavor and golden crunch, they’re a must-try that will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 10 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup fresh salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Warm corn tortillas in a pan or microwave until pliable.
- Spoon about two tablespoons of filling onto each tortilla and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush taquitos lightly with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Serve warm with sour cream and fresh salsa.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (110g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg