Homemade Chicken Taquitos

Craving some delicious homemade Mexican cuisine? These homemade chicken taquitos are sure to impress your taste buds!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup diced green onions
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 corn tortillas
• Cooking spray

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 425°F.
• In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, green onions, tomatoes, cilantro, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
• Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on each corn tortilla and roll them up tightly.
• Place the taquitos seam side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
• Lightly spray the taquitos with cooking spray and bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy.

Popular questions:

• Q: Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas?

A: Yes, you can substitute flour tortillas for corn tortillas if you prefer.

• Q: Can I use different types of cheese?

A: Feel free to use any type of cheese you prefer, such as monterey jack or pepper jack.

• Q: Can I add other vegetables to the chicken mixture?

A: You can customize the filling with additional vegetables like bell peppers or corn.

Helpful tips:

• For added flavor, squeeze fresh lime juice over the taquitos before serving.
• Serve with guacamole, salsa, and sour cream for dipping.
• To make these taquitos spicy, add some diced jalapenos to the filling mixture.

Expert Secrets:

• Make sure to securely roll up the taquitos to prevent the filling from falling out during baking.
• To achieve extra crispy taquitos, brush them with oil before baking.
• Add a sprinkle of grated cotija cheese on top before serving for an authentic touch.