Crispy Chipotle Chicken Taquitos

Savor the authentic flavors of Mexico with these Crispy Chipotle Chicken Taquitos. Perfect as a main course or a tantalizing appetizer, these rolled tortillas are packed with marinated chicken, cheese, and a hint of heat from dried chilies. They’re finished with fresh toppings for a burst of vibrant flavors that will liven up any meal.

Ingredients

🐔 2 chicken breasts
🌶 4 dried chilies
🧄 1 bulb of garlic
🫒 2 tablespoons olive oil
🌮 10 small tortillas
🧀 10 cheese sticks
🍅 1 cup diced tomatoes
🧅 1/2 cup diced red onion
🌿 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
🥛 1/2 cup sour cream
🧂 Salt to taste
🧴 Oil for frying

Instructions

1- Prepare the Red Sauce:

• Soak the dried chilies in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened.
• Peel and roughly chop the garlic bulb.
• In a blender, combine the softened chilies, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Blend until you achieve a smooth consistency.

2- Marinate the Chicken:

• Cut the chicken breasts into strips.
• In a bowl, combine the chicken strips with the blended red sauce. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 10-15 minutes.

3- Cook the Chicken:

• Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add the marinated chicken and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
• Remove the chicken from the pan and shred it using two forks.

4- Assemble the Taquitos:

• Place a small amount of shredded chicken and one cheese stick onto the edge of a tortilla.
• Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling.

5- Fry the Taquitos:

• Heat oil in the pan over medium-high heat.
• Carefully place the rolled taquitos seam-side down in the pan. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, turning as needed. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

6- Serve:

• Arrange the fried taquitos on a serving plate.
• Top with diced tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, and a generous dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: Approximately 400 per serving
Nutrition per Serving: 20g protein, 20g fat, 35g carbohydrates

Cooking Tips:

• Fry the taquitos in small batches to prevent overcrowding the pan, which can lead to uneven cooking.
• Be cautious of hot oil splatters when frying the taquitos.

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Crispy Chipotle Chicken Taquitos