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Chicken Taquitos (Baked or Fried)

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!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 314 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

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

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  1. Place the chicken, salt, pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl. Stir until combined.
  2. Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel and place on a plate. Microwave for 1 minute or until tortillas are warm and pliable.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. 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

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

% 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.