Chicken Taquitos
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
20
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Calories
132 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chicken Taquitos
Description
Chicken Taquitos combine shredded rotisserie chicken with a blend of spices including cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, kosher salt, and fresh lime juice, then mixed with shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese. Soft corn tortillas are warmed briefly to become pliable, filled with the chicken mixture, and then rolled tightly.
The assembled taquitos are placed seam side down on a sprayed baking sheet, coated with nonstick spray to enhance crispiness, then baked at 425°F until golden brown and firm, resulting in a crisp exterior with a cheesy, savory interior. The seasoning blend adds depth and a subtle smoky and tangy flavor.
Serve these taquitos warm topped with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole, sour cream, queso fresco, green onions, salsa, or Pico de Gallo for fresh contrast. They make great finger food suitable for sharing or a casual meal.
Leftover taquitos store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days and can also be frozen. Reheating will restore their crispness.
Ingredients
For the Taquitos:
- 2 cups chicken we use rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1/2 teaspoon ground chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons lime juice fresh
- 1 cup cheddar cheese or Mexican blend cheese, shredded
- 20 corn tortillas
For the Toppings:
- lettuce shredded
- diced tomatoes
- guacamole
- sour cream
- green onion chopped
- queso fresco crumbled
- Pico de Gallo
- salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the cumin, chili powder, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and fresh lime juice. Stir until chicken is well coated with the seasonings. Stir in the shredded cheese.
- Get two paper towels damp and place two tortillas at a time in between the paper towels. Place in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Remove from the microwave and roll up the taquitos.
- Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken and cheese mixture in the center of the tortilla and roll it up tightly. Place the taquito, seam side down on the prepared baking sheet. Continue rolling taquitos until the tortillas and filling are gone. You should have about 20 taquitos.
- Spray the taquitos generously with nonstick cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until taquitos are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and serve warm with desired toppings.
Notes
- Leftover taquitos keep well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Taquitos can be frozen for longer storage; follow thaw and reheating instructions for best texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 132 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 20g | |
| Calories | 132kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 123mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 103mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 105IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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