How to Make Perfect Chicken Taquitos at Home
If you're a fan of crispy, flavorful snacks, chicken taquitos are a must-try. While store-bought options can be convenient, nothing beats the taste of homemade taquitos crafted with love and fresh ingredients. Not only can you control the quality of the ingredients, but you can also tailor the flavors to your liking. Follow these steps to create delicious chicken taquitos that will impress your family and friends.
Start by preparing your chicken. Although rotisserie chicken is an option, using freshly cooked chicken yields the best flavor. Pressure cook a whole chicken with water, onions, leek, garlic, bay leaves, and a touch of salt for 45 minutes. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it finely. This forms the hearty filling for your taquitos, ensuring every bite is packed with succulent, savory chicken. If you want to add an extra layer of flavor, consider dipping the shredded chicken in a homemade chili oil.
Next comes the crucial step of preparing your tortillas. Corn tortillas from the grocery store often contain excess moisture, which can prevent them from achieving the desired crispiness. Warm the tortillas on a burner for a few seconds on each side to make them pliable and ready for rolling. Create a simple paste with water and all-purpose flour to seal the taquitos, ensuring they stay intact while frying. Fry the rolled taquitos in hot oil until they are golden and crispy. Serve them with a side of silky refried beans, Mexican rice, and your favorite salsa. The result is a delightful combination of textures and flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken
11 cups of water
1 onion
3 green onions
1 leak
3 bay leaves
1/2 garlic bulb
1/2 oz of dried epazote or a fresh bunch (alternative: cilantro or flat-leaf parsley)
1/2 tbsp of salt (I like it salty with 1 1/2 tbsp of salt- Please adjust to taste)
Taquito paste:
Make a paste with water and all-purpose flour to seal the taquitos
Easy refried beans:
1/2 onion
1 serrano or jalapeño pepper
4 cups of pinto beans (freshly made or 2 20oz cans)
3 tbsp of beef tallow + additional 3 Tbsp Hot to pour into beans (alternative: oil of choice, lard, vegetable shortening)
1 tsp salt (please adjust to taste)
Easy Mexican rice:
2 tbsp of oil of choice
2 cups of long-grain rice
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
8oz can tomato sauce
3 1/2 cups of water (I use less as suggested to prevent mushy rice; Unless you live in an arid climate)
1 tbsp chicken bouillon
Optional for extra flavor a sprig of cilantro
Mexican refreshing drink:
12oz mineral water
Dashes of Valentina hot sauce or use your favorite
1 tsp guajillo chili powder (skip if you don’t have access to it)
A few sprinkles of tajín
Juice of half lemon or lime
Ice
Instructions:
Pressure: cook a whole chicken with 11 cups of water, one onion, three green onions, one leek, three bay leaves, half a garlic bulb, Epazote (parsley or cilantro), and half a teaspoon of salt for 45 minutes. Allow for a slow pressure release.
Shred the Chicken: remove the chicken breast and shred the cooked chicken.
Prepare the Tortillas: warm the tortillas on a burner for 3-5 seconds on each side to remove moisture.
Roll and Fry the Taquitos: roll the shredded chicken in tortillas and fry them in oil until crispy on both sides.
Make Refried Beans: blend cooked beans in a blender and set aside. Sauté half an onion and Serrano pepper in beef tallow. Once softened, add blended beans and continue cooking. Stir the beans frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking until they are heated through. Salt to taste.
Cook Mexican Rice: Sauté rice in oil until golden. Add ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, tomato sauce, water, and chicken bouillon. Cook for 18 minutes on medium heat. Allow to rest for 5 min, fluff the rice with a fork.
Prepare Agua Mineral Preparada: mix hot sauce, chili powder, tajine, lemon or lime juice, salt, and mineral water.
Assemble the Taquitos: serve the crispy chicken taquitos with iceberg lettuce, sour cream, tomato, avocado, lime, and your choice of salsas (e.g., salsa verde and salsa roja).
Feel free to customize the recipe to your liking and preferences. Enjoy your homemade chicken taquitos!
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