Description
Homemade chicken taquitos are the ultimate comfort food, delivering crispy, golden tortillas filled with tender, seasoned chicken and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these delightful bites promise to be a hit at any occasion. Easy to make and customize, they are sure to impress your family and friends while creating unforgettable memories. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe that will transport you to Flavor Town!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream or guacamole for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a pot over medium heat, sauté chopped onions in olive oil until translucent. Add diced chicken breasts with spices; cook until no longer pink.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and mix in cilantro.
- Fill each tortilla with about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll tightly.
- Place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet and lightly spray with cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve hot with sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos (100g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg