Crispy Chicken Taquitos
Deliciously crispy taquitos filled with shredded chicken and cheesy goodness, perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10 small flour tortillas
- Vegetable oil for frying (approximately 1 inch deep)
- Salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro for serving
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients, assembling everything on the countertop.
- Mix the filling in a large bowl: shredded chicken, cheeses, sour cream, and spices until creamy.
- Prepare the tortillas by warming them in a skillet for about 20 seconds per side.
- Fill each tortilla with about 3 tablespoons of chicken mixture and roll tightly.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F.
- Fry the taquitos for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat frying with remaining taquitos, adjusting heat as necessary.
- Serve with salsa, guacamole, and finely chopped cilantro.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double frying your taquitos. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze uncooked for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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