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Crispy chicken taquitos garnished with salsa and avocados on a plate

Crispy Chicken Taquitos

Delicious and crunchy chicken taquitos that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Opt for sharp cheddar for better flavor.
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese Softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For assembly
  • 10 small flour tortillas Aldi has cost-effective options.
  • vegetable oil for frying Enough to fill the skillet about 1 inch.
Optional toppings
  • salsa
  • guacamole
  • chopped cilantro

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream. Mix until everything is well combined.
  2. Season the mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.
  3. Lay a tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third of the tortilla.
  4. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Frying
  1. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Once the oil is hot, carefully place a few taquitos seam-side down in the skillet. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Remove the taquitos from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining taquitos.
Serving
  1. Serve warm with your choice of optional toppings such as salsa, guacamole, and additional sour cream.

Notes

Chilling the rolled taquitos for 10 minutes helps the seam hold together. These taquitos are great for game night or as a comforting snack.