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Chico's Tacos Recipe

Josephen & Animash
Make the best Chico’s Tacos recipe at home with crispy rolled corn tortillas, seasoned beef, melted cheese, and savory tomato broth. Easy El Paso-style comfort food ready in 50 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 5
Calories 412 kcal

Equipment & Tools

  • Blender
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Fry pan
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven
  • Wire Rack
  • Baking Sheet

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos:

For the Tomato Broth:

Instructions
 

  • Add tomatoes, onion, garlic, chicken bouillon powder, and 1 cup of water into a blender.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Strain the puree into a saucepan to remove seeds and skin.
  • Add 2 liters of water to the pot and stir well.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Taste and adjust salt if needed. Keep warm.
  • Heat a fry pan over medium heat.
  • Add ground beef, beef bouillon powder, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Cook for 8–10 minutes, breaking the meat apart until fully browned.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them flexible.
  • Add 1–2 tablespoons of cooked beef to each tortilla.
  • Roll tightly.
  • Seal with a small cornstarch-and-water mixture if needed.
  • Heat oil to 375°F (190°C).
  • Shallow fry the rolled tacos until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove and place on a wire rack over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
  • Place 4 tacos in a bowl.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over them.
  • Pour warm tomato broth over the tacos.
  • Add more cheese on top.
  • Serve immediately while hot and melty.

Notes

Use fresh corn tortillas for best results.
Do not overfill the tacos or they may open while frying.
Keep the broth warm before serving for the best texture.
Shred your own cheese for better melting.

Nutrition

Serving: 4piecesCalories: 412kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 32g (11%)Protein: 24g (48%)Fat: 22g (34%)Cholesterol: 68mg (23%)Sodium: 890mg (39%)Potassium: 520mg (15%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Calcium: 210mg (21%)Iron: 3.2mg (18%)
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