CHICKEN LIME TAQUITOS

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These are absolutely to die for!!! They are not your ordinary taquitos. They're so good, I don't even use guacamole with them, although some still prefer them that way. Remember to get all your veggies in long thin strips. Time includes marinating.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 3h15m

Yield 18 taquitos

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 cup oil
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 lbs chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup roasted red pepper, julienned
1/3 cup pasilla chile, julienned
1/4 cup yellow onion, julienned
1/3 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
18 corn tortillas
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients for marinade.
  • Marinate chicken in mixture for at least 2 hours.
  • Drain chicken well and grill (I use indoor grill) until done. Allow to cool and shred into 1/8 inch by 3 inch pieces.
  • Place chicken in bowl and sprinkle with salt and minced garlic. Mix well.
  • Add red pepper, pasilla, onion, cheese and 1/2 ounce lime juice. Mix thoroughly.
  • To assemble, warm tortilla on griddle until soft and pliable. If necessary, add a little oil to the pan to help soften the tortillas.
  • Spoon 2 ounces of chicken filling over tortilla and roll tightly, securing with toothpick.
  • Deep-fry in oil at 350ºF for 2 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Drain well.
  • Serve with guacamole, sour cream, and or salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.7, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 34.1, Sodium 276.9, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.4, Protein 12.5

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