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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Sour Cream
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken Filling
In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
- 2
Prepare the Sour Cream Dip
In another bowl, mix sour cream, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro until well combined. Set aside.
Cooking
- 3
Assemble the Taquitos
Heat corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side to soften. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken filling onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- 4
Fry the Taquitos
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the taquitos in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serve
Remove toothpicks from taquitos, if used, and serve hot with the sour cream dip on the side.
