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Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Crispy Chicken Taquitos: Quick, Fun, and Totally Delicious

Crispy Chicken Taquitos are a quick, delicious, and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 taquitos
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter filling.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Choose cheddar or Monterey Jack, or dairy-free alternatives.
  • 1 cup Salsa Select your favorite heat level or use fresh pico de gallo.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Swap with fresh minced garlic for a fragrant boost.
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder Adjust the amount to your spice preference.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Feel free to skip if you don’t have it on hand.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Taquitos
  • 10 pieces Tortillas (Flour or Corn) Warming them makes rolling easier.
  • to taste Oil or Cooking Spray Use this to achieve that crispy, golden-brown finish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Chicken Taquitos
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, shredded cheese, salsa, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to make them pliable.
  4. Lay each warmed tortilla flat, spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one side, and roll tightly, placing seam-side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Lightly brush the tops of each taquito with oil or spray them with cooking spray.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy. For extra crispiness, add another 1-2 minutes under the broiler.
  7. Let the taquitos cool slightly before serving with your choice of toppings like chopped cilantro, sour cream, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Make tightly rolled taquitos for best results. They can be meal prepped and frozen for later use.

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