Mexican Botana Platter

Transform your next gathering into a vibrant fiesta with this irresistible Mexican Botana Platter! Bursting with authentic Mexican flavors, this lively appetizer spread features creamy homemade guacamole, zesty pico de gallo, bubbly queso fundido with savory chorizo, and crispy chicken taquitos fried to golden perfection. Rounded out with crunchy tortilla chips, velvety refried beans, and a drizzle of silky Mexican crema, this recipe is a delicious blend of textures and bold flavors. Perfect for sharing, this crowd-pleasing platter is a celebration of all your favorite Mexican classics in one stunning setup. Whether for game nights or festive parties, this easy-to-assemble masterpiece will leave everyone reaching for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 large avocados
• 1 large lime
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) cilantro
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 medium Roma tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 1 small (optional) jalapeño
• 2 cups shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup (cooked and crumbled) chorizo
• 6 small corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
• 1 cup (for frying) vegetable oil
• 4 cups tortilla chips
• 1 cup Mexican crema
• 1 cup refried beans

Directions

Step 1

1. Prepare the guacamole: Mash the avocados in a bowl and mix in the juice of 1 lime, 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Adjust seasoning to taste. Set aside.

Step 2

2. Make the pico de gallo: Dice the Roma tomatoes and red onion finely. Mince the jalapeño if using. Mix together in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Set aside.

Step 3

3. Prepare the queso fundido: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In an oven-safe dish, evenly layer the shredded cheese and cooked chorizo. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly. Keep warm.

Step 4

4. Assemble the chicken taquitos: Warm the corn tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Fill each tortilla with about 2 tablespoons of shredded chicken, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the taquitos until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Step 5

5. Arrange the botana platter: On a large serving platter, neatly arrange the guacamole, pico de gallo, queso fundido, chicken taquitos, refried beans, tortilla chips, and a small bowl of Mexican crema. Garnish with extra cilantro if desired.

Step 6

6. Serve immediately and enjoy the variety of flavors and textures!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2823 grams (2823.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6718

Total Fat 540.10g	692%
Saturated Fat 139.00g	695%
Polyunsaturated Fat 172.00g
Cholesterol 670mg	223%
Sodium 7059mg	307%
Total Carbohydrate 333.30g	121%
Dietary Fiber 83.50g	298%
Total Sugars 33.60g
Protein 217.70g	435%

Vitamin D 132IU	660%
Calcium 2586mg	199%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 7433mg	158%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 68.8%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 18.9%