Craving the taste of El Paso’s iconic Chico’s Tacos but feeling the pinch of inflation? You’re not alone! 

As previously reported, prices of those delicious tacos continue to rise and many locals are looking for ways to enjoy their favorite cheesy, saucy rolled tacos without busting their budget. 

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FitFam El Paso/Miguel Vigil
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Don’t worry—there’s good news! 

You can recreate the legendary Chico’s Tacos experience right at home, thanks to a recipe we came across online at Mija, Yes You Can. 

So, with just a few simple ingredients and a bit of El Paso flair this DIY recipe will bring the beloved flavor to your kitchen without breaking the bank. 

Emily Slape
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Homemade Chico’s Tacos Recipe:

  • Blender (Make sure you clean the Margarita mix out of it first, Mija!)
  • Saucepan
  • 6 Jalapeños
  • 2 Tomatillos
  • 1 Garlic Clove
  • Salt (Add salt as needed.)

Directions:

  1. Remove the stems from the jalapeños.
  2. Boil jalapenos and tomatillos in a saucepan with water until soft.
  3. Remove seeds from jalapeños. (Wash your hands after cause one time I forgot to and I rubbed my eyes afterwards and well, I didn’t think I knew that many spanish cuss words!)
  4. Place jalapeños and tomatillos in a blender, add a garlic clove, water and salt. Blend well. Add water and salt as needed. Set aside.

Taco Ingredients:

  • Large skillet
  • Cookie sheet
  • 6 large red ripe tomatoes
  • Tomato sauce (1 to 2 small cans)
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 pounds of ground beef (Seasoning of the beef is optional)
  • 30 corn tortillas
  • Finely shredded cheese (Fiesta blend: Monterey jack with cheddar cheese. Or whatever type of cheese your cheesy heart desires.)

Directions:

  1. Boil 6 ripe tomatoes in a pot with water until soft.
  2. Remove skins from tomatoes.
  3. Place tomatoes in blender. Add garlic clove, water, tomato sauce and salt. Blend well. Add salt as needed. Add water as needed to desired consistency. Set Aside.
  4. Brown ground beef in large skillet. (Add your favorite seasoning if you please.)
  5. In large skillet heat enough oil and place torilla in the oil. Turn it on the other side and then place it on a plate. Do this same step for the other tortillas. Make sure tortillas are soft so you can roll then easily.
  6. Add ground beef to tortillas and roll tightly but carefully so the tortillas do not break. 
  7. Place the rolled tortillas on a cookie sheet.
  8. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees until crispy.
  9. Once the tacos are done, heat the sauce in a saucepan. 

FINAL STEP:

Add your tacos to a bowl. (Preferably those classic mexican bowls your mom gave you and you don’t have the heart to throw away.) Cover them with your sauce, cheese and chile and ENJOY!

Don’t forget to add some crispy crinkle cut fries to your meal because nothing says Chico’s Tacos like enjoying the leftover sauce with your Chico’s Tacos style fries!

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