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Crispy Cheesy Chicken Taquitos You Must Try Today!

Crispy Cheesy Chicken Taquitos are delicious rolled tortillas filled with a creamy chicken and cheese mixture, fried to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5 -6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 10 small flour tortillas
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Sour cream and salsa for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cream cheese, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Warm the flour tortillas in a microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  3. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly, tucking in the sides as you go to secure the filling.
  4. Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place 3-4 taquitos in the skillet, seam side down. Fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the taquitos from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Repeat the frying process with the remaining taquitos.
  8. Serve warm with sour cream and salsa on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1taquitoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, try baking the taquitos at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, brushing them lightly with oil before baking.
  • You can also customize the filling by adding black beans or corn for extra flavor and texture.

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