Crispy Chicken Taquitos
Crispy Chicken Taquitos are golden, crunchy rolled tortillas filled with seasoned shredded chicken, melty cheese, and tangy salsa verde. Perfect for quick dinners, parties, or meal prep, they’re easy to customize and packed with bold flavor.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- microwave
- baking sheet or skillet
- tongs
- oven or air fryer
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups shredded chicken
- 3/4 cup salsa verde
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1-1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Mexican blend)
- 20 small corn tortillas
- cooking spray or oil
- guacamole or avocado slices
- pico de gallo
- shredded lettuce
- diced tomatoes
- sour cream or Greek yogurt
- crumbled queso fresco
- fresh cilantro
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, salsa verde, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well and stir in cheese.
- Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30–60 seconds until soft and pliable.
- Add 2–3 tablespoons of filling to each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down.
- Cook until crispy: bake at 425°F (220°C) for 18–20 minutes, fry 1–2 minutes per side, or air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes.
- Serve hot with toppings like guacamole, pico de gallo, lettuce, and sour cream.
Notes
Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Avoid overfilling to keep taquitos intact. Bake, fry, or air fry depending on preference. For a lighter version, use reduced-fat cheese or Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 1mg
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