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Homemade Taquitos Recipe

Delicious homemade taquitos that are crispy on the outside and filled with savory goodness on the inside.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Shredded chicken
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 12 pieces Corn tortillas
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, shredded cheese, cumin, and chili powder.
  2. 2. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  3. 3. Place a small amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly.
  4. 4. Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  5. 5. Fry the taquitos in batches until they are golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. 6. Remove the taquitos from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. 7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Homemade, Mexican, Taquitos
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