CHICO'S TACOS AT HOME: How to Make El Paso's Iconic Tex-Mex Classic/Chico's Tacos Copycat Recipe

This recipe for how to make Chico's Tacos at Home is not for everyone. It's only for the people who "get it." Because Chico's Tacos is an El Paso institution. They've been serving up crispy rolled tacos drowned in a pool of runny tomato broth and topped with a mountain of cheese and a green salsa since 1953. Anyone who's ever spent time in this borderland city know's Chico's Tacos. And it's a privilege for me to share this copycat recipe with you so you can enjoy them at home.
Chico's Tacos
For the Tomato broth:
4-5 large tomatoes
1 8oz. can tomato sauce
1/4 large white onion
4 cups chicken broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper to taste (approx. 1/2 tsp each)
1/2 tsp ground cumin
Fill large saucepan with water and place on stovetop over medium high heat. Drop in whole tomatoes and let come to boil. Continue to let them cook until the skins crack. (approx. 20 mins.) Remove tomatoes from water, reserving half a cup of water for later, and place tomatoes in food processor or blender. Add tomato sauce to blender, as well as onion, garlic and seasonings. Pour in half a cup of reserved water and pureé until well blended. Drizzle olive oil in bottom of large saucepan and place of burner over medium high heat. Once hot, add in tomato pureé. Bring to boil then add in chicken broth. Stir well and continue cooking another 10 minutes. Remove from burner and cover with a lid so that it stays warm until ready to use.
For the Tacos:
1 lb. ground beef
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
salt to taste
corn tortillas
oil for frying
finely shredded cheddar cheese
In large skillet with a little oil, fry ground beef and onion. Once meat is browned, add seasoning. Mix well and set aside.
Heat corn tortillas on a comal or skillet. This will make them more pliable and ensure that they don't crack while rolling. Then place a little of the cooked meat on the individual tortillas and carefully drop them in oil with the seam side to the bottom and let them fry until crispy one one side before flipping them over to fry on the other side. Remove from oil and place on paper towels to allow excess oil to drain.
Serve while hot by placing rolled tacos into a bowl. Pour plenty of the tomato broth on top. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, and top with your favorite green salsa.
Here's my recipe for Roasted Tomatillo Salsa:
5-6 tomatillos, husks removed and rinsed clean
1/3 large white onion
1-2 jalapeños, stems removed, split down the middle
1 serrano pepper, stem removed, split down the middle
1 cloves garlic
small bunch of cilantro
juice of 1 lime
salt & cumin to taste
1/4 cup water
Heat comal on stovetop and place tomatillos on top. Let them roast on all sides until left with char marks. Do the same with onion, garlic, jalapeños and serrano pepper. (I leave the seeds in for added heat, but if you prefer a more mild salsa, remove the seeds.) Place the roasted tomatillos, as well as the peppers, onion, and garlic into a blender or food processor. Add in 1/4 cup of water, salt and cumin. Squeeze in some fresh lime juice, and pureé until smooth.
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:00 "Cowboy in Western Desert"
:15 "El Gatito Negro" (Spanish Guitars Duo) - Yagull Music
:24 "Latin Sky" - Neil Cross

[@marcyannaggiegirl]

Hi Marcy! My husband and I enjoyed the Chico's Tacos recipe. We had quite a bit of tomato sauce left over, so the next night for dinner we turned it into soup. We added a bit more broth, added the leftover hamburger meat, we fried some corn tortilla strips and added them on top of the soup, and then topped with the cheese. All the same great flavors, just in a different form. It was really delicious! Thank you again for sharing with us!

[@marcyinspired1442]

What a great idea! I'm going to pin your comment because I want to make sure other people read it. We had quite a bit left over, as well, so I ended up making chilaquiles the next two mornings for breakfast. I fried pieces of corn tortilla, added some of the ground beef, and mixed in tomato broth and the tomatillo salsa along with some grated cheese. Then I fried an egg and put it on top. It was delicious. Like you said, all the same flavors, just in a different form. Thanks so much for the comment.

[@LauraMendenhall-k5z]

Raised prices burritos delisious best fries

[@wordlance]

Awesome idea! Definitely gonna give this a try.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Chico's Tacos is so iconic, I once flew into El Paso, and when we we touched down at the airport, the flight attendant announced, "Welcome to El Paso, home of Chico's Tacos!" The plane erupted in applause. 👏👏👏 Have you been? What are your thoughts? Let me know in the comments.

[@tnh4235]

I still live in El Paso.. and it is beyond me why these tacos are so popular!! lol!! I will eat there maybe once every other year only to remind me why I even tried it again!! ha!!

[@belindadunne4312]

I miss Chicos Tacos like I miss my Abuelita. ☺️

[@96driver]

Was stationed at Fort Bliss 80s and 90s. Loved Chico's Tacos. Will be making your recipe.

[@adoral.libertucci2647]

I live in the northeast but we travel to AZ,UT, and TX every year. This year we’re flying into Vegas and will go to the Lake Havasu location on our way to Wickenburg. I’ll be making these at home in the meantime. Thank you!!!

[@TheEnnisfan]

You gotta get dump the green salsa into the boat and chow down with a fork. Then dip your fries into the leftover cheese and salsa. It's gold.

[@sandrapina4024]

Hi Marcy I’m 65 years old and I have lived in El Paso all my life. I love Chico’s tacos I look forward to trying your recipe.

[@renetirres5828]

Hi Marcy. I currently live in El Paso and my brother in law also makes a copycat version. He uses already made rolled tacos that we can get at a restaurant here called La Tapatia or, they sell them at our local Albertsons. He fries them up and adds the sauce and cheese. So much easier. Thanks for recognizing this El Paso icon.

[@mariamotta6317]

I was born in El Paso but raised in LA since 1969 n l do remember eating there as a special treat. I have to go back n visit. Thank you for the shout-out for Chico's Tacos!!!

[@josephbachand7875]

Hi Marcy, First of all I really enjoy your channel. I was born in El Paso and lived on Alameda Ave just down the street from what I thinks is the original Chico;s Tacos from back in the 60"s. I ate there many time as a young boy. I now live in upstate NY, I like trying some of your recipes. Although I'm a gringo, my sister in law was from Juarez and I can still smell her chilli rellenos cooking. Watching your segment on Chico's Tacos brought back so many memories. Thank You

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thank you so much. I’m so happy you found my channel and that it brings back good memories of when you lived in El Paso. I’ve been having a lot of fun sharing all kinds of recipes, but the ones that resonate most with viewers are the ones I grew up with. I think we all have a longing for home.

[@Laughterwoods713]

Marcy, I love you and all of your recipes. I live in Houston and have never heard of Chico's tacos . I made them last Tuesday and they knocked the socks off of my husband .. Thank you for sharing

[@bfrancis512]

Omg! I was born and raised in EP so of course Ive had Chico’s. They were obligatory after the bars closed!

[@aliciagonzalez9888]

I lived and born in El Paso! I love Chicos tacos and miss them so much. Thank you so much for this recipe, I'll be making them soon. I now live in California. ❤😊

[@marcyinspired1442]

I'm glad I could bring a little taste of home to you in California. I had not had Chico's Tacos in such a long time, but as soon as I took one bite, the flavors were so familiar.

[@aliciagonzalez9888]

@marcyinspired1442 hope you can do a recipe of their famous hot dogs on a bun. Thank you and blessings😍

[@VickiewithanIE]

I live in Southern California now due to my husband being in the Navy but I was born n raised in El Paso

[@don951]

As someone that has access to some of the best authentic Mexican (living in San Diego) food I must admit I find the super soupy liquid way too thin. The thing I love about rolled tacos is that crispy outside smothered with cheese, lettuce, guac, salsa, and taco shop red sauce. Great stuff. It is interesting to see this variation however. Love the channel. Cheers!

[@guyewing1377]

Back in the day we all would pile into chicos after frequenting the bars. Great memories!

[@fidelrivera2887]

I worked there for a few months. I ate a double with fries everyday for lunch and it never got old. I would see the same people going there to eat for lunch everyday it seemed. A classic from the old school.

[@jameshenderson9830]

That is awesome. I ordered a double with extra cheese and about 4 of the green sauce. Those were the best memories when I was growing up

[@danielgates5128]

Whats the sauce recipe bro i need it

[@paulinaperez8966]

Any chance you can share how they make the sauce?

[@leewomack3498]

I used to live in El Paso and Albuquerque. It's been 45 yrs since I lived in El Paso, and to this day, I still crave Chico's Tacos!! I'll be going back to visit Albuquerque next year, and I plan on going to El Paso just to visit Chico's!! I seen one of your videos where you're in Hatch, NM and I couldn't get over how big it looks! Was there in 1978, or 1979 and it was a one street town! Thank you for your videos. I'm trying my hand at learning how to cook Mexican food. The only thing I've mastered is Chile Rellenos. ...... watching these videos is making me hungry! 😂

[@marcyinspired1442]

If you've mastered chile rellenos, then you can make anything. Those are a bit tricky and take practice. You'll find all my other recipes to be easy. Also, you'd be surprised how many people who follow my recipes used to live in the El Paso, Las Cruces, or Albuquerque. They move away and then miss the food. There's something very special about it, and most likely it's the chile.

[@leewomack3498]

@@marcyinspired1442 If I wasn't so old, I'd be moving back to the Southwest just for the food alone, and the people too, but here in Omaha it's a lot quieter. Oh........but Mexican food rocks!! 😋

[@TawnHead]

I used to eat at Chico's on high school dates in ElPaso in the 70's.❤ I like your recipe! Thank You. When I do go to ElPaso I get several orders and have the sauce on the side. I freeze the tacos separately from the sauce. I always have a yummy treat that reminds me of my youth.❤❤

[@marcyinspired1442]

That's smart. Good to know it freezes well, too. Thanks for the comment.

[@christophervincent8420]

I was stationed in El Paso for 2yrs. 8 miss that restaurant. Such a great place to eat

[@johnhrussell4885]

I made my version of Chico's at a restaurant where I worked, in New England. You wouldn't think that people in Vermont would go for them, but they were a big hit.

[@MLLSHLW]

Thank you so much for your recipe. I season the meat (onion powder, garlic powder, etc) and roll the tacos with raw meat and deep fry. I also use toothpicks. I find it much easier.

[@dianedunn-arms7131]

Grew up here in El Paso. 1959 till now. Been to Chico’s Tacos more times than I can count.❤

[@marcyinspired1442]

That's awesome. Love hearing that.

[@ish6942]

My birthplace (1958) moved to CA in 1966, born and lived downtown and then on my grandpas ranch on the westside. During one visit my aunts took me to this place all good.

[@marcyinspired1442]

A lot has changed since you lived there, but surprisingly Chico's is still the same.

[@drewvalenz2721]

I sold these outta my food truck in las cruces. I skipped the whole tomatoes and made a tomatoe broth. I also would light fry the tortillas to make them easier to roll and make them thinner. They sold well. I also sold a burger time style tacos with the cheese dip and hatch chile. Those sold very well

[@marcyinspired1442]

I had forgotten about Burger Time!!! Those burgers were bomb! I remember they made their own bread. Your food truck must have been a hit. That all sounds so good.

[@fnafplayer6447]

Did you meet OH HELL NO?

[@kevinmccorkle7476]

We moved back to NC after I graduated from Coronado HS in '78. Miss some Chicos, gotta try this! I have manged a passable version of the Charcoaler #7, Green Chili burger.

[@johnhrussell4885]

Charcoaler onion rings are the best.

[@VickiewithanIE]

From my home town . One of my favorite places to eat. I was there last month for my baby shower n ate it 3 times on my visit

[@marcyinspired1442]

How funny that you would eat there three times while visiting! But I totally get it. Hope you had a nice baby shower and are set up for when the baby comes. 💕

[@proverbs31elpaso8]

Thank you Marcy for the shoutout to El Paso and Chicos. I was born and raised in El Paso and I’m still here. I lived a few blocks away from the one on Dyer. I’ll have to give these a try.

[@Donnie_M.]

This Chico's tacos sauce works well on chile rellenos. Thanks Marci for this great recipe.

[@TawnHead]

Thank You! I miss Chico's so much!!! I actually started to weep. Making this now, oh my! Touched my heart!❤

[@marcyinspired1442]

Awe. I'm happy this recipe will bring a little taste of Chico's to where you live now.

[@jeffpittman8725]

Definitely one of those things that you grow up eating and you always want to drop in when you're in town.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Yes! That's exactly it.

[@sordidloam]

That crunch though

[@behindthescenes27]

I randomly thought of these tacos I remember eating these at a Taco stand when I was small I can't remember what taco stand it was but they looked exactly that the place u were at thank u for this recipe 🙏🏽

[@marcyinspired1442]

What are the odds? It probably was the same place because I've never seen tacos served like this outside of Chico's. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@rudytexas6825]

I think she was on the one on dyer , my favorite was the one on McCrea

[@barbaramccune9383]

Look so good been to El Paso a lot when we drove a truck no room for the trucks so I will give these a try thank you for sharing

[@marcyinspired1442]

Traffic has really increased. For the last several years, there seems to always be construction on the freeways. Hopefully, there will be a noticeable difference when they're done. Thanks for watching.

[@tawnya0627]

I made this recipe today. I also made your roasted tomatillo salsa. Amazing! My family enjoyed them!

[@marcyinspired1442]

So happy to hear that. Thanks for coming back to tell me.

[@cbeaucrawford]

I just found your channel. I love Chico's tacos from El Paso! Its been many years, but now i can make them. Thanks!

[@marcyinspired1442]

I'm so happy you found my channel. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@belindadunne4312]

I love and miss Chicos Tacos a lot!

[@marcyinspired1442]

Hope this video gives you a taste of what you’re missing. Thanks for watching.

[@Jeep-Life]

Oh my goodness! Was stationed there for ten years and call it home even though I live in Georgia. love, love, love Chicos! Everytime I'm back there visting its my first stop! I can't wait to surprise my kids with this! Thank you Marci!!! Now if you could do some sopapillas and gorditas from the ponchos that was next door to Chicos I'd be in Heaven! #RaiseTheFlag! 🤣

[@mijacita]

Hello Marcy yes back in my very younger years I have family that lived in Ysleta El Paso & when we use to visit my aunt there was a Chico's tacos in the area there and wow those tacos are very tasty , one time before I even saw your better how to video (which I am going to try it) I tried making them and they were did not come out good at all it was the sauce, so thank you for sharing.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I'm very familiar with Ysleta. How cool that you made your own version of Chico's Tacos too. I was really happy with the way the sauce turned out. I probably should have pureéd it even longer so it would be smoother, but the taste was definitely right.

[@makiandkai1141]

We used to dip our fries in the sauce and tomatillo! When The Exorcist came out, we went to the drive in to watch, and so many people yelled Chicos!! at a certain point in the movie, lol!! But that sure didn’t stop us from going there afterwards and getting our “double” fix! 🤣🤣 awesome memories, will have to try your recipe Very Soon!!❤ 10:36

[@nelidasoto3289]

Love Chico’s and they are affordable.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Yes! That's a big part of the draw. I was happy to see that they are still affordable.

[@pricla777]

I moved from Austin to ELP 3 years ago and I love Chico's Tacos! They're delicious!

[@angelinarojo3990]

Watching this with my coffee now craving these Chicos tacos! Next time I'm out there I will have to stop and give them a try.

[@marcyinspired1442]

They have several locations, so wherever you go in El Paso, you should be able to find one. They're always busy.

[@tanyab7446]

Hi Marcy your tacos look so delicious you're making me hungry

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thanks! Wish there was a way we could share with those who are watching.

[@sharonfladeland2621]

Me too

[@E_Stuck]

Love Chicos Tacos. I didn't like them my first time trying, but after my second try the tomato stew and cheese all the sudden made sense and I was hooked. I have moved away since and sincerely miss Chicos Tacos. Thanks for taking the time and demonstrating your recipe. I'll definitely make some at home now and reminisce of Chicos

[@marcyinspired1442]

Glad I could remind you of Chico's Tacos. Now you can have them no matter where you live.

[@wordlance]

Love Chico's Tacos! I lived in El Paso most of my youth and didn't get to go there as often as I'd want. I live in Albuquerque now and make sure to visit every time I'm in town (although my best friend, who still lives in El Paso, doesn't like them and thinks I'm insane every time I drag him there). I really miss Gordito's though. It was a burger place that started up in the 80s and served burgers ... burgers that varied in size from regular 'ol burgers up to burgers the size of the table. Lol

[@jerrystraight4916]

Never been to Chico's but would love to go there it sounds awesome! Looks so Yummy!

[@mariehughes7732]

I have got to try this. I have lived in El Paso all my life but i don't really go to Chicos Tacos but I love um.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I totally get that. Sometimes, it's the places that are closest to us that we never visit. My husband and I drive through El Paso all the time, but this was the first time I thought to take him to try Chico's.

[@GabbyNurse]

Goodness when he poured the cheese on them I flatlined!! 😍😍😍

[@GabbyNurse]

I'm a Texan and I'm ashamed to admit I've never tried them like this. Lol Thanks I'll try this next!

[@JulieOtero-l3l]

I lived in El Paso for 11 years and we ate at Chico’s Tacos a lot. We loved them! I’m definitely going to make them. Thx for sharing all your recipes as I enjoy them. Living in Nebraska now, we grow Anaheim chiles every summer and then roast, chop, and freeze them so I can cook with them all winter. We used to eat at Chopes a lot too, and I’ve tried to make Chile rellenos but they don’t turn out very well. Maybe you could eat at Lucy’s on Mesa and eat their tacos Antonio and then share that recipe! I used to love them as well. My husband liked the machaca there. Maybe teach us how to make that too!

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thanks! I really enjoyed reading your comment. I love hearing where people are watching from and what their connection is to any of the recipes I share. By now, I'm sure you're aware Chope's is in my hometown of La Mesa. I don't think anyone would know where that is if it weren't for Chope's. Lol I will definitely be visiting Lucy's next time I'm in El Paso, and I'll be sure to order the tacos Antonia. I just looked them up online and saw a photo of those tacos. They look SO good with the cabbage and avocado! I may need to eat there a few times "for research."

[@VickiewithanIE]

My parent live in central El Paso and u can see the star from their front yard 🌟

[@marcyinspired1442]

That is so cool.

[@CarmenlaM.Casillas-i3f]

Thank you yummy I will try it & I will see again so I can remember ..👍

[@ish6942]

I have to make these look delicious. The tortillas look great nice thickness to them.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thanks! For me, it was just fun to have Chico's Tacos at home.

[@tonyconnor217]

Marcy, I’m making this & using it as enchilada sauce. I’m so excited with how it will turn out. I love your recipes & the journey you & Tony take us viewers on. God bless you & your family.

[@marcyinspired1442]

You’re so sweet. Thank you for watching, and for the kind words. ❤️

[@tonyconnor217]

You’re welcome! I look forward to trying many more new recipes.

[@susanking8538]

These look so good. I can’t wait to try! Thank you for the back story to this dish.

[@cindakellogg1307]

This looks very familiar....when I lived in Dallas I think I had something like this. That was over 50 years ago....geez Louise...I am getting old! LOL Coming from Kansas I had never had this type of food. I had my first nachos in Dallas...the bar owner could not believe I'd never had them before.

[@marcyinspired1442]

How funny that they didn't have nachos in Kansas back then. I'm sure they do now. I had BBQ nachos in Memphis, which I didn't think I would like, but they were actually really good. It's always fun trying foods from different regions.

[@stinebaughblades2947]

I'm making these tonight. First timer with taquitas. Just looks delicious.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I'm sure you'll do great. Hope you enjoy!

[@stinebaughblades2947]

@marcyinspired1442 well the taquitas were ugly but it was really tasty. Love the crunchy soggy texture.

[@mregister3945]

Thank you! These look so tasty! 😊❤

[@HAZELAPODACA]

Tried it and this is the perfect recipe!! Thank you for sharing.

[@joycehernandez5045]

They look delicious in very cost-effective

[@patf6220]

So apparently Auntie Sara knew the owners of Chico’s, and had the “secret” recipe for the sauce. Marcela gave it to me and I’ve tried it- it’s 😋. I’m trying your version very soon!! Love me some Chico’s! Thanks Marcy!

[@marcyinspired1442]

Whaaaat!?! I'm just finding out about this! That would have been very helpful.

[@patf6220]

I’ll be sending it your way!

[@deborahmiller6387]

@@marcyinspired1442you’re going to have to tell us how they differ from yours please ! Lol

[@scruffybehr]

Please share the secret 😊 Thank you and God bless you..... 😊

[@azliz4186]

@@marcyinspired1442 Please, could you post the "secret" recipe for the sauce?

[@andreitalinda14]

This restaurant caused so much confusion when I first moved to ABQ from northern NM. I would talk about eating beans with chicos (dried corn kernels) and *everrrrybody* thought I was talking about the restaurant. At the time, I'd never heard of the restaurant, so it was confusion all around. 😆

[@marcyinspired1442]

That is hilarious! Beans with chicos! I could totally picture the confusion.

[@ninacorrea2117]

Love love Chicos Tacos. Every time we go back home to visit family in El Paso,our first place to go is Chicos Tacos. So so good.Definitely going to try this Chicos Tacos recipe.👍🏻

[@shelley2511]

Another "Hit" Marcy! I just love your YT channel... I learn so much!

[@marcyinspired1442]

Awe. Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying it. 😊

[@marciavaldez7767]

Interesting. I have never heard of Chioc's Tacos. Will give them a try. Blessings.

[@marcyinspired1442]

It's definitely an El Paso thing. Happy to hear you'll be giving them a try. Have a blessed weekend.

[@MarthaGomez-t4s]

Love This ! Yay can’t wait to try , since I live in chicos town !

[@MorrisWilliamsonJr]

Howdy Marcy, Love Chicos, Every time in El Paso, ITs Chico's and Cattlemans I want to thank you for showing us how to make the sauce. Will be trying it soon. Thank you

[@西園寺佳奈]

Love all of your recipes. They are so mouth watering.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thank you so much! 😃I appreciate you watching.

[@L.Spencer]

I'm just starting watching the video, and they look delicious. I've never seen tacos ahogados, great idea! You've got to come to San Diego and try the rolled tacos with guac, from the taco shops like Roberto's. I bet they taste similar, just with guacamole. We just put the red sauce on them, or dunk them. I like this idea of drowning the taco in red sauce. Now I'm craving it! Ah, they use shredded beef here.

[@marcyinspired1442]

You had me at rolled tacos with guac, but then sealed the deal with shredded beef. I will definitely check out Roberto's next time I'm in San Diego. I haven't been in a couple of years, but it's one of my favorite cities to visit.

[@reneholguin5660]

My hometown, luv chicos. Sometimes, my mom would make them with shredded brisket as well, and they were delicious.

[@ignaciocastro7122]

Cant wait to try it! Papi saw this and got excited!! El Pasoans forever!

[@eeaajj2007]

Oh I love me some Chicos! Haven’t had them since 2017. We were hosting family from out of town and they enjoyed them too. They don’t like to waste food and I remember giggling when they drank the “soup” that was left in the container. 😅

[@marcyinspired1442]

That's funny. I almost mentioned drinking the leftover "soup" at the end. It's a thing, for sure.

[@yohan50111]

Hi Marcy, thanks for sharing the Chicos tacos recipe, wife is from elp. Lived down the street from Dyers location. Currently live in Northern Virginia, truly miss the icon of Chicos Tacos.

[@rosalynmartin519]

I am from El Paso. Every time I go home to visit I must go to Chicho’s Tacos. I get the sauce on the side and freeze it to bring back to California with me. I’m going to have to try your recipe. Anyone reading this, if you ever go to El Paso, Texas, I highly recommend you try Chicho’s Tacos rolled tacos and their burritos are good too.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Loved your comment. Thanks so much for watching!

[@rosalynmartin519]

@@marcyinspired1442 thank you as well. Going shopping to get my ingredients this weekend 😋

[@Guitarista78]

WTF is chicho's tacos.

[@rosalynmartin519]

@@Guitarista78 excusing the “wtf”, it is a place eat…

[@Guitarista78]

@@rosalynmartin519 It's called Chico's tacos, not Chicho's tacos.

[@andrewingram2108]

I would love that, but with utensils. Yum

[@soniasg8639]

Going to try this recipe with shredded beef instead. Looks delicious!

[@marcyinspired1442]

That will be fantastic! 👌🏼

[@lindalalonde9585]

I will definitely make this. They just opened a Chicos in my neighborhood

[@marcyinspired1442]

Nice! Now you'll be having Chicos all the time!

[@LauraMendenhall-k5z]

Wow deliscous

[@beverlybilbrey7815]

I will be making these!

[@DebraMcvicar]

Please would you do a cook book , I love your recipes and would like them in a book so I could just look them up and make them

[@taosjedi]

I think all those years I lived in El Paso I ate Chico's 3 times! It was definitly of of those places you had to grow up on, at least for me! I did like the fries though! Great job on the re-creation though!

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thanks! Totally get it. But did you dipped those fries in the tomato broth? Lol

[@GG-qg2iu]

Thank you so much! I came across your channel today. You are very good teacher! I am definitely in the camp of why on earth would I want to get my crunchy things soggy?! Lol But I definitely like the idea of it as maybe a dip or or a little soup on the side? Looking forward to making a similar version of this, using your ideas of course!

[@marcyinspired1442]

They're definitely different, so they're not for everybody. Can I suggest checking out this other recipe of mine, if you're interested in making something similar? These are Chicken Flautas that for sure everyone loves: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZCVm4l5rJZjaKssi=FrJPteFknwoJgMJP

[@UnknownUser-fe5zu]

I live here and yes…they are sooooooo good 🤤🤤 I wish we had one in northeast though.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I'm surprised they don't have more locations as popular as they are. But at least you can still have them, even if you have to drive a little out of your way.

[@scottsharp9823]

I ate there at least once a week since I was a kid. The hamburgers are good too. You have to dip the French fries in the taco sauce and cheese. I miss chicos

[@marcyinspired1442]

Oh wow! You really know your Chico's then. So true about dipping the french fries in the sauce.

[@morenamad9182]

I grew up in Las Cruces, and went to El Paso a lot. I don't know how I missed Chico's, but I probably thought those Texans wouldn't know how to make proper Mexican food, silly me. I can't wait to make your version; thanks Marcy. I'm so happy to have found your channel, and am busy learning all your delicious recipes.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I grew up in La Mesa, just south of you. We, too, would go to El Paso all the time because I had an aunt who lived there. But it wasn't until I lived and worked there myself that I tried Chico's Tacos. It's more of a fast food that's fun and affordable. But as far as really good Mexican food, El Paso has a lot of great places to eat. I used to LOVE Forti's, though I haven't been in a while. El Paso also has some of the best pan dulce on the planet. Bowie Bakery was my favorite. 🤤 I'm so happy you found my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@steveludwig4200]

@@marcyinspired1442 "I grew up in La Mesa," Ahh, I'll bet you could see Chope's from your house! Curious when the last time you ate there.?.....I heard from some friends that since the Mom passed away it just hasn't been as good as the last time I was there a number of years ago....

[@marcyinspired1442]

@@steveludwig4200 The last time I ate there was just before the pandemic. It took a while for them to reopen, but they're back in business. I may be biased because I know the Benavides family, personally. But I think their food is as good as ever.

[@steveludwig4200]

@@marcyinspired1442 Good to hear. We will stop by on our trip next week!

[@nancyryan6385]

I spent most of my life in Las Cruces, so I had heard people rave about Chico’s Tacos. I finally tried them with a friend when I was about 45 yrs old. They were okay but I just didn’t get the hype. I do think though, it’s probably something that grows on you and I could see myself liking them if I ate them more often 😊 I’ll try your recipe and see what my husband thinks, he’s from New Mexico also, but don’t think he’s ever had them.

[@thisonetime410]

Just made this. The flavors are there & delicious. The only thing I had trouble with is getting the taquitos to stay closed even using toothpicks.

[@theguardowl]

Its home made for sure when you know your next stop is the bathroom right after....true El Pasoan fact!

[@bp5439]

We always hit up Chico's tacos before we went to Juarez and partied the night away. 😂 Shout out to the Tequila Derby. $5 Entry and Tequila Sunrises all night and hitting the dance floor.

[@marcyinspired1442]

I can't remember any of the names anymore, but I do remember going dancing in Juarez. That was huge back in the day.

[@bp5439]

@marcyinspired1442 yes! It was always a good time. Thursday night was college night. We ALWAYS had a designated driver.

[@adriandelcampo8737]

Class of 98' Andress High School. Chicos on Dyer is fire! 🔥 Double with extra cheese fries and a Dr pepper. Don't forget yhe hot dog

[@janbrewington7771]

Yum

[@kerstin.jitschin5861]

This could be a perfect dish for me ❣️❣️❣️💯🍷💯😎🥰

[@salutations5749]

I saw your video the day it came out and made them tonight. I just finished a second helping and they were delicious !!! Thanks, i enjoy your content !!

[@marcyinspired1442]

I love hearing that! Thanks so much for watching and coming back to tell me that you made these.

[@RA-oz4xk]

I went to Zach White elementary in the mid to late 70s👍

[@daniellegutierrez6911]

Hello local here! 1 thing people forget to put into the broth is jalapeño salsa. Nothing to much to make it spicy, but just to complete the taste. I am very sensitive to spice, but please add that jalapeño salsa to make it as authentic to the restaurant! You're wlecome

[@leighmugford]

Question: does the restaurant make a mild and spicy tomato broth ? In the video you said it was a tomato chilie broth - but you don't have any chilies in the recipe (i thought there might be some dried red guallio or new mex in it). Looks great by the way.

[@marcyinspired1442]

Sorry, I should have been more clear on that. Chicos always comes with a green salsa that you add in. The tomatillo salsa is made with jalapeños and serrano peppers.

[@gpxsn5668]

Leighmugford, the original recipe does have jalapeno seeded & deveined. It's steamed with the tomatoes. It's just slightly picante for the little kids palate

[@SheerasPlace]

Do yours taste like theirs? You didn't say. Would you make any changes? I'm on the opposite side of Texas by the La. Border, so it's not like I can just drop in to Chico's. I am quite honestly amazed that there aren't more Spices!

[@marcyinspired1442]

I think they came out pretty close. If I was making them for myself, not trying to match Chico's, I would probably add some form of chile to the tomato broth, and not just add green salsa in the end. Substituting the 1 can of tomato sauce for a can of El Pato would be fantastic. But they were really good.

[@marywade1256]

I eat them all the time I’m in EP ,. I also make them at home for the kids ,

[@marcyinspired1442]

Must be nice for your kids. They get to have them at Chico's and at home.

[@marywade1256]

Marcy I use cilantro in my broth

[@MJH7777]

Gracias!!❤

[@janbrewington7771]

Thank you

[@marcyinspired1442]

Thank YOU for watching.

[@gpxsn5668]

I think you forgot to add half a jalapeno, seeded & deveined in the water with the tomatoes. Worked at Chico's throughout my jr & sr years in high school-- the Dyer location 👍

[@lorimendenhall411]

Love you from.ep always lori m

[@lorimendenhall411]

Hi marcie really omg love you