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Easy Homemade Chicken Taquitos

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Crispy taquitos filled with seasoned chicken and cheese, topped with fresh toppings for a delicious handheld meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 1 cup guacamole
  • 1 cup salsa

Instructions

  1. Combine shredded chicken, chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, salt, and half the shredded cheese in a bowl.
  2. Warm tortillas on a skillet for 10 to 20 seconds per side or microwave for 20 to 30 seconds.
  3. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and set seam side down.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add rolled taquitos in batches and fry for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Transfer cooked taquitos to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with remaining cheese to melt slightly.
  6. Arrange taquitos on a serving platter and serve with shredded lettuce, Mexican crema, pico de gallo, guacamole, and salsa.

Notes

For a lighter method, brush tortillas with oil and bake at 425°F until crisp, or use an air fryer.

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Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/chicken-taquitos-recipe/