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Taquitos de Pollo (Chicken Taquitos)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy these crispy, flavorful chicken taquitos, perfect for a quick snack or meal with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

oil

  • 1/2 cup oil (divided)
  • 1/3 cup diced tomato
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup Mexican crema (or sour cream)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas corn tortillas (or flour tortillas)

Instructions 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet. Cook tomato, onion, and garlic for 3 minutes, then add cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in chicken, sour cream, and cheese, then remove from heat.
  • Place 2 tablespoons of filling on a tortilla and roll tightly along one side.
  • Heat remaining oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet.
  • Place taquitos seam side down, brown all sides, then remove. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.

Notes

Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to achieve crispy taquitos.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken, Taquitos