Crispy Chicken Taquitos: Easy, Flavorful Homemade Treats
Delight in these easy-to-make crispy chicken taquitos, perfect for any gathering or a delicious weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cheese, salsa, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Warm the tortillas in a skillet until pliable.
- Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture on each tortilla, roll tightly, and secure with a toothpick.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the taquitos until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Drain on paper towels and remove toothpicks before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped onions or jalapeños to the filling.
- These taquitos can also be baked instead of fried for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 taquitos
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg