Taquitos

Crispy, golden, and bursting with bold flavors, these homemade Chicken Taquitos are the perfect combination of crunchy and creamy. Made with a savory filling of shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, and zesty salsa, seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin, each roll packs a delicious punch. Wrapped in warm corn tortillas and fried until irresistibly crispy, these taquitos are crafted for snacking, serving as appetizers, or even as a crowd-pleasing dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re easy to make and pair beautifully with classic dipping sauces like guacamole, sour cream, or salsa. A must-try recipe for lovers of Mexican-inspired comfort food, these taquitos are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cooked shredded chicken
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.5 cup Salsa
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Pepper
• 12 pieces Small corn tortillas
• 1 cup Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, salsa, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 2

Warm the corn tortillas in a microwave or on a hot skillet for 10-15 seconds to make them pliable and prevent cracking.

Step 3

Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto one side of each tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and secure it with a toothpick if necessary.

Step 4

In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Carefully place the taquitos seam-side down into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 6

Fry the taquitos for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the taquitos from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining taquitos.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1462 grams (1462.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4517

Total Fat 340.30g	436%
Saturated Fat 103.20g	516%
Polyunsaturated Fat 136.20g
Cholesterol 741mg	247%
Sodium 4355mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 160.10g	58%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 11.70g
Protein 231.10g	462%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2090mg	161%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2315mg	49%

*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: 66.2%

Protein: 20.0%

Carbs: 13.8%