Crispy Chicken Taquitos
Get ready to satisfy your cravings with these irresistibly **Crispy Chicken Taquitos**—a perfect combination of creamy, cheesy filling and a golden, crunchy shell. Packed with shredded rotisserie chicken, a blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses, cream cheese, and a zesty kick of salsa and spices, these taquitos are bursting with bold flavor in every bite. The key to their addictively crispy texture lies in lightly frying the corn tortillas before finishing them off in the oven for a perfectly gooey center. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, these taquitos are an ideal dish for everything from busy weeknight dinners to party appetizers. Serve them with your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or extra salsa for an unforgettable Mexican-inspired treat! **Keywords:** Crispy Chicken Taquitos, easy taquito recipe, cheesy chicken filling, Mexican appetizers, crispy tortillas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 12 pieces Corn tortillas
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, softened cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, salsa, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave or skillet to make them pliable and prevent cracking when rolling.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla and roll it tightly.
Secure each rolled tortilla with a toothpick to keep it closed during cooking.
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, place the rolled taquitos seam-side down in the skillet. Fry them in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet.
Cook the taquitos for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, transfer the taquitos to a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Remove the toothpicks and place the drained taquitos on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for an additional 5-7 minutes to ensure the filling is hot and the cheese is melted.
Serve the taquitos hot with your choice of toppings like guacamole, sour cream, or extra salsa.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 273.0 g | 350% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.5 g | 482% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 67.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 734 mg | 245% | |
| Sodium | 7684 mg | 334% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.3 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.2 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 225.2 g | 450% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2219 mg | 171% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 3363 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
