Chicken Taquitos (Baked or Fried)
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Chicken Taquitos (Baked or Fried)
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These chicken taquitos are stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese, then baked or fried to crispy perfection. Serve these taquitos with your favorite dipping sauces for a fun party snack or meal!
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
- 12 small corn tortillas
- oil if frying
- cooking spray if baking
Instructions
- Place the chicken, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl. Stir until combined.
- Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and place on a plate. Microwave for 1 minute or until tortillas are warm and pliable.
- Lay out the tortillas on a flat surface and divide the chicken and cheese mixture among the 12 tortillas. Roll up each tortilla tightly and secure with a toothpick.
- To fry the taquitos: Heat 3/4 inch of oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees F. Add 3-4 taquitos and fry until crisp and golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Repeat with remaining taquitos.
- To bake the taquitos: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Place the taquitos in a single layer on a sheet pan coated with cooking spray. Spray the tops of the taquitos with the cooking spray. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
- Remove toothpicks, then serve.
Notes
- Nutritional information is for the baked taquitos as it is difficult to determine how much oil the taquitos will absorb during the frying process.
- The toothpicks are to hold everything together while the taquitos are cooking, and should be removed before serving.
- Any type of cooked chicken works for this dish. I often use leftover chicken from the night before, or else I purchase a rotisserie chicken to save time.
- Avoid store bought pre-shredded cheeses, as they often contain preservatives and anti caking agents and will not melt as well.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
314kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
24g
(8%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
365mg
(15%)
Potassium
277mg
(8%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Vitamin A
480IU
(10%)
Calcium
261mg
(26%)
Iron
1.4mg
(8%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 314 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 314kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 365mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 277mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 480IU | 10% |
| Calcium | 261mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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