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Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Crispy Chicken Taquitos: Easy Tex-Mex Crunchy Goodness

Crispy Chicken Taquitos are delicious, easy-to-make Tex-Mex appetizers that combine tender chicken and creamy cheese with a delightful crunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Monterrey Jack.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Low-fat can be used for a healthier version.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be substituted.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
For Assembly
  • 12 small Flour Tortillas Consider corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Can use canola or peanut oil.
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Fresh Salsa
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro
  • 1/2 cup Extra Sour Cream

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream. Stir until smooth.
  2. Add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the filling mixture. Mix well.
  3. Lay a tortilla flat and spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling onto the lower third. Roll tightly and set seam-side down.
  4. In a skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot (350°F to 375°F).
  5. Fry a few taquitos seam-side down for 2–3 minutes until golden, then flip and fry for another 2–3 minutes.
  6. Remove taquitos and place them on paper towels to drain. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze un-fried taquitos for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet or bake directly from the freezer.

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